Where can I buy alli weight loss capsules?
Ensure that you only buy Alli from a registered pharmacy it is after all only available from a pharmacy. You can check an online pharmacy is registered with the RPSGB by clicking on the registered pharmacy logo. You may order from us by phone on 0844 7000801 or over the internet, remember our pharmacist are always happy to discuss alli or other aspects of healthcare with you.
Is alli not just like other diet pills?
No alli weight loss capsules have been proven by clinical trials at being effective at increasing weight loss when used in conjunction with a lower fat and lower calorie diet. Alli is unique in that it is available from pharmacists without prescription and is fully licensed in Europe. Please remember that Alli this is not a pill that can be taken in isolation, but it will help you when used with a healthy diet and more active lifestyle. There are products on the market that are stimulants, increasing your metabolic rate, or supressing your appetite to stop you from feeling hungry, these may cause problems, but Alli only works with your digestion. Also please remember if you see Alli tablets advertised this is in fact inaccurate as Alli is available as a capsule
How do Alli weight loss capsules work?
Alli capsules contain a drug that binds to the enzymes which break down fat within the body, this helps by stopping some, not all, of the fat consumed by being digested.
How much weight will I lose?
Using alli capsules in conjunction with a lower calorific reduced fat diet can increase your weight loss by up to a half so for every for every 2 pounds (one kilo) you lose from your new diet, alli capsules can help you lose one pound (half a kilo) more.
How can Alli capsules help my health?
Alli is a medicine, this means it is licensed and all claims made as to how effective it is are backed by clinical trials as such it can aid weight loss which may reduce the risk from some types of cancer, strokes and diabetes.
Is Alli safe?
Alli contains the same drug as the diet pill Xenical which is only available on prescription both contains orlistat but Alli is half of the dosage and is felt to be safe to use over the counter. In fact 22 million people have used orlistat.
Alli side effects
Alli capsules stop the absorption of some of the fat in your diet this could cause a difference on your bowel movements, and you may become flatulent with or without oily spotting, the sudden need to move your bowels, fatty or oily stools or soft stools. However, if you eat too much fat, these changes are more likely, it is important that you stick to your fat targets.
In a 3-month study of alli use, less than 9% of subjects on alli dropped out due to these effects. In fact, many users have told us that the effects were a signal that the capsules were working and helped them maintain healthier eating patterns.
All medicines can have side effects so you should check with your pharmacist or doctor if anything unusual or severe occurs when using alli weight loss capsules. If you want to report a side effect you think is associated with alli capsules, click here
Is alli suitable for everyone?
No Alli capsules can be taken by adults who are over 18 and have a BMI of 28 or over you have to start a reduced fat lower calorie diet to use alli capsules.
There are some people who must not take alli because they have certain medical conditions or are taking certain medicines.
Do not take alli:
- if you are under 18.
- if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- if you are taking ciclosporin (used after organ transplants, for severe rheumatoid arthritis and some severe skin conditions).
- if you are taking warfarin or any other medicines used to thin the blood.
- if you are allergic to orlistat or any of the ingredients.
- if you have cholestasis (condition where the flow of bile from the liver is blocked).
- if you have problems absorbing food (chronic malabsorption syndrome).
Other people should talk to their doctor if they want to use alli because they have certain medical conditions or because they are taking certain medicines.
- Talk to your doctor before taking alli:
- if you are taking amiodarone for heart rhythm problems.
- if you are taking a medicine for diabetes.
- if you are taking a medicine for epilepsy.
- if you have kidney disease.
- if you are taking a thyroid medicine (levothyroxine).
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist when taking alli:
- if you are taking a medicine for high blood pressure.
- if you are taking a medicine for high cholesterol.
The oral contraceptive pill may be less effective if you get severe diarrhoea, so use an extra method of contraception if this happens.
It is important to read the label before taking alli.