Xenical in common with any drug, certain side effects may be experienced in some people. Xenical shouldn't be taken if you are pregnant, nursing, have food absorption problems or reduced bile flow. There is no knowledge what sort of effects Xenical might have on an unborn child and for those with food absorption issues; it has to be considered that your body is not getting the proper nutrients.

Should you be taking cyclosporine, speak to your doctor before taking Xenical as these medications need to be taken at least two hours apart.

Due to its action, Xenical reduces the absorption of vitamins, therefore, a daily multivitamin is recommended. If the body is not getting enough vitamins other health issues may arise.

Xenical works by blocking the absorption of dietary fat and because of this it is likely that you will experience some changes in bowel habits. These changes are a natural effect of blocking the fat from being absorbed and they generally occur during the first weeks of treatment but for some people they may continue for 6 months or longer. Changes experienced can include gas with oily discharge, an increased number of bowel movements, urgency and an inability to control them, particularly after meals containing higher amounts of fat than indicates.

Xenical is a prescription medication that aids in weight loss and the Xenical program doesn't involve a complicated diet which is one of the incentives to using Xenical. The diet that is recommended for use with Xenical contains no more than 30 % calories from fat is the same one recommended by the American Heart Association.

By sticking to a diet with no more than 30 % calories from fat can be challenging for some people, especially for those who enjoy things like fried foods and ice cream. Food becomes an addiction your body craves the calories that you have been feeding it. Once you try to stop eating as many calories your body expects you to keep eating the same amount as before. Because Xenical is a weight loss method it may cause some changes to your body and you should inform your doctor so that he/she can adjust your medication accordingly.