Alli Side Effects

by alliadmin on March 29, 2008

in Weight Loss Pills

Side Effects of Alli?

As the clamor for Alli continues to grow, there is some concern that many people are forgetting the basic of using any medical treatment, whether prescribed or not.  Non more so than the slimming industry is the rush for new products more headstrong, with many customers not even bothering to read the instructions fully.  As with ANY type of medical treatment, it is essential that they understand how the product works, any potential side effects and treat the safety advice with the respect it deserves.

To get the best out of any treatment, you need to understand and respect what is happening inside your body.  A  number of factors need to be considered when buying and using Alli, including :-

Safety Information

It is vital that you purchase your pills from a well known and trusted stockist, whether this be online or a retail outlet.  The slimming industry is riddled with “get rich quick” schemes, and copy cat medicines which have duped millions of dollars out of unsuspecting customers.  As a rule of thumb, if the price looks “too good to be true” it probably is – do you homework first.

Dosage

While Alli is a reduced dosage variation of the prescription drug Orlistat , all customers need to respect the dosage advice.  Under use of the treatment will show no meaningful effect, although abuse of the dosage recommendation may result in unnecessary increased discomfort.

Weight loss

As the clamour for the stick like figure continues for many ladies and gentleman around the world (most often in the modelling industry) it is essential that Alli is used for valid weight loss conditions. It is not a way for wafer thin models to stay thin, and should only be taken where weight loss is required.

While the drug has been tested vigorously, and is backed by the GlaxoSmithkline pharmaceutical giant, there may be situations whereby unrecorded side effects may occur e.g. when other medicine is being taken at the same time, or there is an existing undiagnosed condition. Any reactions or strange side effects should be reported immediately.

The potentially uncomfortable, but not serious side effects which may occur with Alli have been well documented.  They relate specifically to the drugs ability to supress the absorption of fatty acids into the body, and the disposal of unused dietary elements.  Some users may experience some of the following side effects :-

Oily stools. As the Alli weight loss pill reduces the production of an enzyme in the intestine, which converts fatty dietary elements into fatty acids, some fat from digested food may not be processed.  As a result the body will find a way to release basic fat content from the body, usually excreted naturally.  Due to the nature of the left over substances, stools can often appear oily and emit an unfortunate odour.

Flatulence. Another means by which the body has been known to release unwanted waste is by flatulence.  While this is a totally natural and harmless release, it can prove potentially embarrassing and uncomfortable as the customer may not have full control of their bowels at all times.

Vitamin deficiency. Even though Alli is specifically structured to take out the fatty content of dietary intake, some vitamins may consist of fatty content, which may not be absorbed into the body.  It is therefore recommended that while using taking Alli, the user also takes a daily dose of vitamin tablets.

While the oily stools and flatulence are slightly unfortunate side effects, they can be controlled by reducing the dietary fat content to somewhere in the region of 15 grams per meal.

Conclusion

We are currently living in a world where over 65% percent of American adults are either overweight or clinically obese.  The problem is now spreading quickly throughout the rest of the world, with both developing and developed countries showing increased obesity problems.  Not only is this putting a massive strain on the medical profession, but there are increased health issues including possible heart attacks, diabetes, depression and bone / joint troubles.

While Alli will have an immediate impact on its own, it is strongly advised that people using the medication also reduce the fat content of their diet (thereby reducing the oily stools and flatulence issues), and take in more physical exercise.  Not only will these changes impact on the weight and fitness of the person involved, they have been shown to improve their disposition and outlook on life.

{ 32 comments… read them below or add one }

philip December 26, 2010 at 1:05 pm

hi, if i am on alli & i eat a small packet of salted peanuts, does that mean i will be running to the toilet (if i can make it fast enough) as they have a high amount of fat in them?
regards philip

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tricia sewell April 20, 2012 at 5:06 am

hi my name is tricia sewell
i have used alli well i want to tell ya i havent seen any better diet pill on the market today. i use to weight 230 well i started takin alli and workin out and drink lots of water i now weight 117 and i feel great ! i tell all my friends about this diet pill if u want to loose weight then alli is the diet pill i love it. i would love to be on tv and just show ppl a pic of me then and a pic of me now some of my church friends didnt even know who i was they thought i was a new member. but yeah alli is the right choice for a diet pill , i know it sure worked for me , thank you alli , .

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Brenda despain January 15, 2011 at 5:48 am

Can it make you lose your hair.What vitamin to avoid that happening!

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Becky Stanley February 3, 2011 at 8:35 pm

Can you take your medications that you are on with this diet pill?

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Alma Johnson March 3, 2011 at 5:00 pm

I was taking this tablet and I ended up with a serious side effect. Yes, I had to have my liver checked monthly. I am afraid to continue to take them. I have 2 new boxes new. What should I do with them. I would like to be reinburst for them if possible.

They did help in controling my weight. I just couldn’t take them.

Thanks!

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Maryann Scott March 5, 2011 at 9:01 pm

Can Alli cause heavy bleeding in your menstrual cycle ?

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Gina June 17, 2011 at 1:16 pm

i was going to ask the same thing !!! I am 22 years old and recently had an IUD placed which i wAs blaming it on this. I am also on coumadin for medical purposes but i just started Alli a week ago and my period was EXTREMELY heavy this week.

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Cindy March 23, 2011 at 5:08 pm

Can it cause constipation?

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Hello April 19, 2011 at 8:45 pm

NO! In fact the complete opposite.

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Monique April 10, 2011 at 12:02 am

I have been on alli for over a few months you can return the product with the reciept or contact them directly. NO CONSTIPATION!!! As long as you drink enough water, As far as other medications I am no longer able to take Alli because it was interfering with how they were absorbed in my system.

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joy April 18, 2011 at 3:56 pm

there is no such thing a a magic pill so DONT take it

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Jeanette May 29, 2011 at 3:26 am

Does Alli interfere with Coumadin? I must take this medication.

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Gina June 17, 2011 at 1:18 pm

I take coumadin daily and my pt inr has changed but they say if you take a multi vitamin daily it will not affect your levels.

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Debbie June 6, 2011 at 8:03 pm

Since taking Alli I have developed discomfort in the right hand side of my stomach is this normal?

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Heidi September 6, 2011 at 1:14 am

I took it for 2 days and havnt taken it sence and its been like 3 days my right side is killing me what should I do and is it from taking this pill??? Ouch please help

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travis June 21, 2011 at 1:12 am

my sister started taking this shit today and she doesnt want to tell her doctor and i fell sorry for her cuz it says on the box must work out and she just sits on here ass and eat

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Josey July 7, 2011 at 4:30 pm

lol it will still make her lose some weight but she needs to be careful what she eats. Fatty foods will run out of her booty at the wrong time and she will not be able to stop it!!

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eunice June 21, 2011 at 7:39 am

sinse taking alli i have had a dry throaty cough . Hs anyone else had the same symptom

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Josey July 7, 2011 at 4:28 pm

I took it for a month and I also have a dry throaty cough! When I stop taking it my cough got better. My problem is I didn’t take the multivitamin and now my body is very soft. I lost a lot of weight in that month but I feel flabby. Will this get better?

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diane June 29, 2011 at 8:43 pm

i have had alli tablets and as a result im feeling very uncomfortable with my bum it feels very gressy when i walk, so i went to the loo not sure if ive poohed myself and i havent its orange oil leaking so have to where a towel to control it as i dont know when its happeneing very embarrising. but you take the risk what ever you take and evrybody is different.

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Michala July 6, 2011 at 1:42 am

Is the oily stools really uncontrollable ? I work in a office building and our bathroom will be one floor down. I am off for a week this month and want to start it then so I can be comfortable. I don’t want to poop all day and all night ya know.

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Sue September 10, 2011 at 10:23 am

I have diabetes type 2. I am also overweight and I want to loss weight. Does anyone know how this efforts that sugars in diabetes. I am in very tight control of my diabetes. I want to be lose weight but I dont want to trade of for the other. Thanks in advance for your answers.

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pdiddy December 5, 2011 at 10:59 am

Alli is very gOod pill my sister took it for few months and she lost like 50 pounds I did too I lost 20 pounds . I love them I’m still taking them

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tammy March 6, 2012 at 1:22 pm

im going to get some this week, what kind of foods did you eat or which kinds of food are best to eat?

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James January 15, 2013 at 11:29 am

Ive been taking it for a couple weeks now and I had a oilie stool for about a week until I changed my diet. So I started eating way more salads, fruits you know the healthy stuff. Alot of water is very important staying away from juice,soda, bread chocolate, beef and pork will help you with your weight lost. I hardly work out and so far I went from 215 to 198, so im seeing a big change. My abs are coming in and my pants are smaller. Just remember you still need protein so eat chocken and nuts, alot of protein. Im happy with Alli

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Diana January 16, 2012 at 3:22 am

Does it make you feel jittery at all?

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tamie January 16, 2012 at 3:48 pm

im on blood pressure pills and thyroid pills is it ok to take these pills

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carolynn April 23, 2012 at 9:36 am

does anyone know what strenght these alli tablets are?

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Nadia April 25, 2012 at 10:26 pm

what are the side effects of alli tablet?and how long can we take it without side effect on our body?and what the mechanisim of action of alli tablet to loss the weight?
Thanks

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Maria May 14, 2012 at 7:47 pm

I was looking for Alli so I could start taking them,but I can’t find them anywhere. I asked the pharmacist and she said they were taken off the market due to bad side effects. Is this true? Can you still order them online?

Thanks,

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cecilia moreno May 31, 2012 at 12:19 am

i also take high blood pressure pills someone now is it ok to take alli?

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farah October 23, 2012 at 6:18 pm

I took alli last year for two months .. and i also having a problem of this oily stool … I want to start it again but i cant bear this oily shit … What should i take with this tablet so that oily thing can be control …

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