Clinical Topic 7: Obesity Flashcards by Ruksana Begum | Brainscape

Q

What is the MoA of Orlistat?

A

Pancreatic Lipase Inhibitor

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What are the adverse effects of Orlistat?

A

Faecal urgency
Faecal incontinence
Steatorrhoea

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Orlistat is administered to which of the following patients?

A

Patients BMI >28 + 2 risk factors
Patients BMI >30
If they have continued weight loss at 5% >3 months

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