alli ~ diet pill

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anybody out there considering the new alli, otc diet pill ? i am. just need some feedback !

thanks

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praiser

Specializes in ICU of all kinds, CVICU, Cath Lab, ER..

I have been using it for 3 weeks.... lost 8 pounds (lowfat, plus exercise); have NEVER had a problem.

Yes, you can stop taking it... I had a dinner I had to attend so I didn't take the pill (somewhere in the directions it says to take one pill - no more than 3 a day - if you know you are going to have a high fat meal - but, no more than 15 grams of fat at a meal...so, I didn't take a pill before that meal since I wasn't sure how high in fat it would be).... it worked out well.

Good luck!

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Specializes in Neuro ICU, Neuro/Trauma stepdown.

My dad said after starting (and continuing) on Xenical that it is for fat people what Antabuse is to alcoholics!! uhoh

:monkeydance:

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used it in the past and wouldn't use it again because you can never tell if gas is just gas!

LOL on that one:lol2:

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Wound Care.
My dad said after starting (and continuing) on Xenical that it is for fat people what Antabuse is to alcoholics!! uhoh

:monkeydance:

That's exactly what it is.

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Specializes in LTC, assisted living, med-surg, psych.

The heck of it is, if you eat a lowfat diet and exercise regularly, you're going to lose weight anyway..........with or without the pills.

Plus, if you do it without 'em, you're going to save yourself sixty bucks a month AND the embarrassment of odoriferous and/or oily emanations.

Just my two scents---er, cents'---worth.;)

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Specializes in Adult and Pediatric Vascular Access, Paramedic.

Those pills are all garbage!!!!

What happened to old fashioned EXERCISE and EATING IN MODERATION???? :idea:

Leave it to us americans to think we can sit on our rumps, take a pill, and loose weight!

Sorry just a vent that I am sure I will get flamed for. :smilecoffeecup:

Swtooth EMT-P, RN

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Specializes in cardiac/critical care/ informatics.
Those pills are all garbage!!!!

What happened to old fashioned EXERCISE and EATING IN MODERATION???? :idea:

Leave it to us americans to think we can sit on our rumps, take a pill, and loose weight!

Sorry just a vent that I am sure I will get flamed for. :smilecoffeecup:

Swtooth EMT-P, RN

I would bet you arent' overweight. Because you would understand that it is easier said than done.

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Specializes in Psych..

Well said, jmgrn65.

I spent two weeks debating on trying Alli and doing research before trying it. I've taken it for five days now. I have not had any problems with gas, oily farts , or oily discharge, but I keep my fat consumption for each meal below 15 grams, which is what the directions say to do. I've been dieting and exercising for a year now, lost about 25 pounds, but despite still needing to lose plenty more, have hit a plateau. I'm hoping Alli will help me over the hump, but I have not noticed any difference yet. It may be that my diet is too low in fat already. If any of you are still interested, I'll post an update after my month's worth of pills are gone.

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Specializes in ED, ICU, PACU.
IMHO, the "magic" of the pill lies less in it's active ingrediants, and more in the mindset of the person taking it. You eat less fats, because of the side effects, and since you are actively taking a diet pill, weight/food/health is constantly on your mind, so you make better food and exercise choices. Of course, this leads to weight loss.

I certainly agree with you. I do have to add that the sure way to avoid those unintended bowel related mishaps would be to stop eating altogether. No food-----lose weight------wow, the pill works :lol2: Something like how antibuse is effective.

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Specializes in OB, M/S, HH, Medical Imaging RN.

I'll stick with Adipex. It works well for me. Alli wouldn't do me any good because my issue is carbohydrates.

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Specializes in Infusion Nursing, Home Health Infusion.

working great for me!!!!! just follow the rules and keep fat grams low with each meal..... minimal GI symptoms,,,,,nothing not easily managed..never had to change my clothes in 6 weeks and it works for me

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Specializes in OB.
Those pills are all garbage!!!!

What happened to old fashioned EXERCISE and EATING IN MODERATION???? :idea:

Leave it to us americans to think we can sit on our rumps, take a pill, and loose weight!

Sorry just a vent that I am sure I will get flamed for. :smilecoffeecup:

Swtooth EMT-P, RN

Not exactly a flame, but perhaps you might try a little more understanding of the issues that overweight individuals face. I've been on Adipex for 2 1/2 months now and it's not a miracle pill, but does help me to stick with the very low calorie (

As for Alli - I can't see taking any med that includes in the warnings to carry a change of clothes and wear dark colors!

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