Uses of Bisbeta 60

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Bisbeta 60 contains the active ingredient Orlistat, a reversible lipase inhibitor. The drug is indicated for weight loss in overweight and obese individuals and should be combined with a low-calorie diet. So what are the dosages, side effects and precautions when using Bisbeta 60?

1. What is Bisbeta 60?


Bisbeta medicine contains the main active ingredient is Orlistat with a strength of 60mg. Orlistat is a reversible lipase inhibitor. The drug exhibits activity by forming covalent bonds at the serine sites of gastric and pancreatic lipases. Inactivated lipase will lose its ability to hydrolyze dietary fats into free fatty acids and monoglycerides. Fat is not absorbed, resulting in reduced calories and a positive effect on weight management. At therapeutic doses, Orlistat inhibits the absorption of dietary fat by approximately 30%. The effect of the drug is usually seen 24 - 48 hours after taking the drug.

2. Uses of Bisbeta 60


Bisbeta 60 is indicated for weight loss in overweight and obese people and should be combined with a low-calorie diet.
Bisbeta 60 is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug Patients with chronic malabsorption syndrome Concomitant use with cilosporin, warfarin and oral anticoagulants Other Patients with cholestasis Pregnant women, lactating women

3. Dosage and usage of Bisbeta 60


3.1 Dosage The recommended dose is 60 mg x 3 times / day, not to take more than 3 tablets per day. In addition, diet and exercise are very important. Patients should begin exercise and diet before starting treatment with Bisbeta 60. The duration of treatment should not exceed 6 months. If the patient is unable to lose weight after 12 weeks of taking Bisbeta 60, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
3.2 Directions Patients should take the drug with water just before, during or up to 1 hour after each main meal. . If you miss a meal or have a fat-free meal, you do not need to take Bisbeta.

4. Side effects of the drug Bisbeta 60


Common side effects during treatment with Bisbeta (especially when there is a lot of fat in the meal) are gastrointestinal disturbances, including sensation of urinary and bowel incontinence, bloating, and stools. fat. The above reactions are usually gastrointestinal, usually mild, transient and occur within 3 months of taking the drug. A low-fat diet may reduce the gastrointestinal side effects of Bisbeta. Besides, the drug can cause some other effects including headache, fatigue, anxiety, increased INR, rectal bleeding, irregular menstruation, anaphylaxis, bronchospasm, itching, you, you.

5. Notes when using Bisbeta 60


Orlistat must be used with caution in patients with a history of hyperoxaluria or calcium oxalate stones in the kidney.
Drug use can affect metabolism in patients with diabetes, so the dosage of antidiabetic drugs should be adjusted.
Supplementation of fat-soluble vitamins may be necessary during long-term treatment with Bisbeta. Note that vitamins need to be taken at least 2 hours before / after taking Bisbeta or at bedtime.
Weight loss can help improve blood pressure and dyslipidemia. Therefore, patients with high blood pressure or dyslipidemia should consult their physician and may adjust the dosage if necessary.
Rectal bleeding has been reported in some patients receiving Bisbeta. When signs of rectal bleeding appear, discontinue use and contact your doctor for advice.
The effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives may be reduced in cases where Bisbeta causes severe diarrhea. Therefore, it is recommended that patients use additional contraceptive methods. Pregnant women are advised not to use Bisbeta during pregnancy because there are not enough research data on this subject.
Lactation: Bisbeta should not be used in lactating women, because it is not known whether the drug is distributed into breast milk.
The article provides an overview of the drug Bisbeta 60. Patients should consult medical staff before using the drug.

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