Does Lipocut Help In Losing Weight?

Posted on Fri, 29 May 2015

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Question : hello doctor
i am 116 kg , doc has prescribed me lipocut 60 for 2 months will it help in weight loss

Answered by Dr. Ajish TP (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Lipocut will help in a moderate weight loss

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to HCM. I have gone through the question and understand your concerns.

Lipocut is Orlistat. The dose is 60-120 mg three times a day. It is a weight lowering medication with decrease the absorption of fat from your diet. It will cause a moderate weight loss of around 5% of your body weight.

Hope I have answered your questions. If you have any further queries I will be happy to help you

Regards,

Dr Ajish TP [MD,DM]
Consultant Endocrinologist

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