Properties of: Orlistat

Formula:
C29H53NO5
CAS Number:
96829-58-2

Overview

Orlistat is a medication used for the management of obesity. It is sold under the brand names Xenical and Alli. Orlistat works by inhibiting the action of enzymes called lipases, which are responsible for breaking down dietary fats in the intestine. By inhibiting these enzymes, orlistat reduces the absorption of dietary fat, leading to weight loss.