When this medicine is administered alongside a meal, it binds to the

lipases, thereby inhibiting them from breaking down the fat. Fats which are

not hydrolyzed are instead excreted in the feces, resulting in increased

fecal fat excretion and reduced fat absorption. When used together with a

reduced calorie diet, it can help improve weight loss and make it easier for

overweight patients to get back in shape, thereby boosting the chances of

successful weight loss.