Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Afeslim 120mg Capsule should be taken with or after food.Avoid Afeslim 120mg Capsule with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Afeslim 120mg Capsule does not usually cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Afeslim 120mg Capsule is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Afeslim 120mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Afeslim 120mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Afeslim 120mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Afeslim 120mg Capsule in patients with liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Afeslim 120mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

How long can you stay on Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: It is not advised to take Afeslim 120mg Capsule for more than 6 months. Consult your doctor and stop the medication if you do not experience any weight reduction 12 weeks after starting your treatment with Afeslim 120mg Capsule.| Who should not take Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: You should not take Afeslim 120mg Capsule if you are allergic to it, have difficulty absorbing food (chronic malabsorption syndrome), or have cholestasis (a condition where the flow of bile from the liver is blocked). Refrain from using Afeslim 120mg Capsule if you are taking cyclosporine medicine or blood thinners like warfarin. Along with that, avoid Afeslim 120mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.| What kind of diet should I follow while on Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: You should stick to a low-calorie, low-fat diet while taking Afeslim 120mg Capsule. Having a high-fat meal with Afeslim 120mg Capsule might increase the chances of developing unpleasant side effects. Try to eat more vegetables and fruits, have small portions, eat regularly, and do not skip any meals.| Can you drink alcohol on Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: Though alcohol does not interfere with the working of Afeslim 120mg Capsule, it is recommended that you cut down on or avoid alcohol. Alcohol contains calories, which will add to your weight. Hence, for effective weight reduction, it is best to avoid alcohol.| How quickly does Afeslim 120mg Capsule work?::: Afeslim 120mg Capsule starts working quickly, within 24-48 hours of taking it. You may even notice fat in your stools. However, it may take about a week or two to show effective weight reduction, which will vary from person to person.| Is it important to follow an exercise program while taking Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: Yes, exercise may prove to be very helpful for effective weight reduction and maintenance of reduced weight. An exercise program and low-calorie intake will help maintain your weight even after discontinuation of the medicine.| How does Afeslim 120mg Capsule help with weight loss?::: Afeslim 120mg Capsule belongs to a class of medicines known as lipase inhibitors. It targets the fat that you eat. It prevents about 25% of fat in your meals from being absorbed. This unabsorbed fat will get passed in the stools and removed from the body.| How should I take Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: Take Afeslim 120mg Capsule three times a day and swallow the capsule whole with water. Take it just before, during, or up to one hour after meals. The meal should be well-balanced and should include low-calorie ingredients. Do not take Afeslim 120mg Capsule if you miss a meal or your meal does not contain fat, as it will not work in the absence of fat.| How much weight can you lose in a week with Afeslim 120mg Capsule?::: You should set a realistic goal of weight reduction. Aim to reduce 5-10% of your starting weight. This weight loss process should be gradual and at a steady pace. You should try to reduce by 0.5 kg per week.

Afeslim 120mg Capsule is a lipase inhibitor. It works in the stomach and small intestine by blocking the absorption of fat from food by blocking enzymes responsible for the breakdown of fat.

-Ulipristal acetate (Oral Route): Severe

watch out for severe diarrhea when taking Ulipristal acetate and Orlistat concurrently. Your doctor may recommend you to use barrier methods of contraception (like condoms) or copper IUD in case of severe diarrhea. Orlistat may reduce blood levels of Ulipristal acetate.

| -Levonorgestrel (Oral Route): Severe

watch out for severe diarrhea when taking Levonorgestrel and Orlistat concurrently. Your doctor may recommend you to use barrier methods of contraception (like condoms) or copper IUD in case of severe diarrhea. Orlistat may reduce blood levels of Levonorgestrel.

| -Glibenclamide (Oral Route): Moderate

Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the dose of Orlistat as per the observations. Glibenclamide may raise blood levels of Orlistat and its active form.

| -Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (Oral Route): Moderate

Watch out for severe diarrhea when taking Progesterone (Natural Micronized) and Orlistat concurrently. Your doctor may recommend you to use barrier methods of contraception (like condoms) or copper IUD in case of severe diarrhea. Orlistat may reduce blood levels of Progesterone (Natural Micronized).

| -Metformin (Oral Route): Moderate

Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the dose of Orlistat as per the observations. Orlistat may reduce blood levels of active form of Metformin.

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