A08AB01 - Orlistat |
Not porphyrinogenic |
NP |
Rationale
Insignificant absorption.
Chemical description
Inhibitor of gastrointestinal lipase used in attempts at weight reduction.Given perorally in a dose of 360 mg/d .Metabolized in the gastrointestinal wall, producing two metabolites. Only insignificant absorbtion, plasma concentration < 10 ng/mL.
IPNet drug reports
Uneventful use reported in 2 patients with acute porphyria.
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