Orlistat (redirected from Myalli)

orlistat /or·li·stat/ (or´li-stat) an inhibitor of gastrointestinal lipases that prevents the digestion, and therefore absorption, of dietary fat; used in the treatment of obesity.

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Orlistat

A drug that inhibits lipase.

Mentioned in: Weight Loss Drugs

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Orlistat (ôr´listat),

n brand name: Xenical;
drug class: lipase inhibitors;
action: interferes with the body's ability to digest fat but may cause gas and oily bowel movements;
uses: reduction in fat absorption for weight loss.