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Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work?
What are the concerns with Alli?
What are the side effects?
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What is Alli?
Are there concerns about orlistat?
How does Alli work?
How much weight could I lose using Alli?
How is Alli taken?
Does Alli have side effects?
When shouldn't you take Alli?
How long do I need to take Alli?
How does Alli fit into a healthy weight-loss plan?
What are the side effects?
Content
What is Alli?
Are there concerns about orlistat?
How does Alli work?
How much weight could I lose using Alli?
How is Alli taken?
Does Alli have side effects?
When shouldn't you take Alli?
How long do I need to take Alli?
How does Alli fit into a healthy weight-loss plan?
When shouldn't you take Alli?
Before taking Alli, talk with your health care provider about possible interactions with other drugs, particularly if you take drugs for any of the following conditions:
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disease
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart disease
- Seizures
- HIV
It's also important to check with your health care provider if you've had:
- Gallbladder problems
- Kidney stones
- Pancreatitis
- Irritable bowel syndrome
Alli isn't recommended if you:
- Are at a healthy weight
- Have had an organ transplant
- Are taking cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune, others)
- Have problems already absorbing food
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding