Can Orlistat Cause Cancer

Conclusions: This study found no evidence of an increased risk of colorectal cancer after the initiation of orlistat. It is limited by the relatively short follow-up time, and the possibility of adverse effects of long term orlistat use on risk of colorectal cancer cannot be excluded.

Is orlistat safe for long term use?

Orlistat has tolerable gastrointestinal side effects and no major drug toxicity. Orlistat is a viable adjunct to lifestyle interventions used in the long-term management of obesity.

What are the adverse effects of orlistat?

• Abdominal or stomach pain or discomfort.
• back pain.
• difficulty with moving.
• gas with leaky bowel movements.
• inability to hold bowel movement.
• increases in bowel movements.
• loss of bowel control.
• oily bowel movements.