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Does Lipocut Help In Losing Weight?
Question: hello doctor
i am 116 kg , doc has prescribed me lipocut 60 for 2 months will it help in weight loss
i am 116 kg , doc has prescribed me lipocut 60 for 2 months will it help in weight loss
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
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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