Xenical Pill – Possible Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
• More common
o Bodyache; chills; cough; fever; headache; nasal congestion; runny nose; sneezing; sore throat
• Less common
o Tightness in chest; tooth or gum problems ; troubled breathing; wheezing
• Rare
o Bloody or cloudy urine; change in hearing ; contagious diarrhea; difficult or painful urination; earache; frequent urge to urinate; pain in ear
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
• More common
o Gas with leaky bowel movements; inability to hold bowel movement; increases in bowel movements ; oily bowel movements; oily spotting of underclothes
• Less common
o Anxiety; back pain; menstrual changes; rectal pain or discomfort
After you stop using this medicine, your body may need time to adjust. Side effects caused by Xenical usually disappear within 2 to 3 days after stopping it.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
Do not let anyone else take your medication.



