Prolistat TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: orlistat
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PROLISTAT orlistat 120 mg capsule blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prolistat is indicated for the treatment of obese patients with a body mass index (BMI) ? 30, and overweight patients with a BMI ? 27 in the presence of other risk factors, in conjunction with a mildly hypocaloric diet.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Hard gelatin, blue capsules; content is white powder or slightly compacted agglomerates; size of capsules – No 1
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Protect from Moisture
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 14 pack
- 42 pack
- 84 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient orlistat
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
