Orlista has been losing balance for a few days now

Weight loss usually begins within 3-5 days after taking Orlistat, and the actual effect is influenced by factors such as dietary fat content, individual metabolic differences, medication adherence, basal body weight, and exercise coordination.

1. Dietary fat content:

Orlistat reduces dietary fat absorption by 30% by inhibiting intestinal lipase, and high-fat diet individuals experience more significant weight loss in the early stages. It is recommended to limit daily fat intake to 20-30 grams, as excessive fat may lead to side effects such as fat diarrhea.

2. Individual metabolic differences:

People with higher basal metabolic rates have faster drug efficacy, and obese individuals with BMI ≥ 28 usually show effects within 3 days. Patients with thyroid dysfunction or insulin resistance may require a longer period of time.

3. Medication compliance:

should be taken with meals and no more than 3 times a day. Omission or incorrect medication may delay the effect. Clinical trials have shown that regular medication users lose an average of 0.5-1 kilogram on the fourth day.

4. Basic weight base: The larger the initial weight, the more significant the early weight loss. Overweight individuals may lose 1-3 kilograms in the first week. However, it should be noted that rapid weight loss may be accompanied by the risk of skin sagging.

5. Exercise coordination:

combined with aerobic exercise can improve weight loss efficiency by 20-30%. It is recommended to walk or swim for 150 minutes per week. Changes in muscle moisture content after exercise may temporarily mask the effect of fat reduction.

During the use of Orlistat, a balanced diet should be maintained, with a daily intake of 1200-1500 calories and a protein ratio of not less than 20%. Combining impedance training can reduce muscle loss, with 2-3 deep squats, plank supports, and other exercises per week. If severe fat diarrhea or persistent abdominal pain occurs, seek medical attention promptly. Long term use requires monitoring of fat soluble vitamin levels. It is recommended to evaluate the effect through changes in body fat percentage, rather than simply focusing on fluctuations in weight numbers.