Alli (Orlistat)

What are Alli weight loss pills?

Alli is a brand of weight loss pill from GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). They are available over the counter. When taken alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise, Alli is clinically proven to help you shed those extra pounds and reach your ideal weight.

Alli is intended for overweight adults with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 28 or more. BMI is a means of finding out if an individual is overweight or has a healthy weight based on their height. Alli can help you shed more weight than dieting alone.

After completing treatment with Alli, you should continue the changes you made to your diet and exercise regime to prevent future weight gain.

You can buy Alli weight loss pills online from Prescription Doctor following a short consultation with one of our qualified doctors.

If your order is approved by one of our doctors before 3pm on weekdays, our pharmacy can dispense and dispatch your diet pills via a fast and discreet next-day delivery.

Dieting advice should always be taken from a trusted and reliable source. We encourage you to speak to your GP or a qualified dietician for personal advice about dieting and exercise.

How do Alli weight loss pills work?

Alli contains a lipase inhibitor called orlistat.

Lipase is a pancreatic enzyme that digests dietary fats by breaking them into glycerol and fatty acids that can either be burned for energy production or stored in the body. The body struggles to use excessive dietary fat and stores it, resulting in obesity.

Orlistat prevents fat from being absorbed through the intestines. Fat that isn't absorbed exits the body through bowel movement.

When combined with a low-calorie, low-fat diet, orlistat can help you lose weight.

How do I take Alli weight loss pills?

Alli (orlistat) capsules should be swallowed whole with water three times daily; just prior, during, or up to an hour after eating a meal.

Take Alli with each main meal - breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Swallow Alli capsules whole with a glass of water.

Do not crush or chew Alli capsules.

Do not take Alli for longer than 6 months.

Consult your doctor if you haven't lost weight after taking Alli for 12 weeks.

Information regarding how much fat you can consume while taking Alli, based on your height and weight, can be found in the patient information leaflet (PIL).

What should I do if I forget to take Alli when I should?

If you forget to take Alli when you should, take the missed dose if it's less than an hour since the last main meal. Skip the missed dose if an hour has already passed since your last meal, and continue with the prescribed dosage - don't take more to make up for the missed dosage.

What should I do if I take too much Alli?

If you take more than 3 Alli capsules in a day, consult the doctor as soon as possible.

Taking too much Alli will not help you lose weight any faster, but may increase your risk of side effects.

Alli weight loss pills side effects and cautions

Before you start taking Alli, you must read the enclosed patient information leaflet.

You can read the patient information for Alli online as a PDF.

Allergies

Do not take Alli weight loss pills if you are allergic to Orlistat or any of the other ingredients of Alli listed in the PIL.

Signs of an allergic reaction include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Difficulty swallowing
• Itchy, red, watery eyes
• Red, itchy rash (hives)
• Swelling of the lips, face or tongue
• Tightness in the chest
• Wheezing

Who should not take Alli for weight loss?

Alli (Orlistat) is not suitable for everyone. If you are unsure whether it is safe for you to take Alli, speak to your doctor or a pharmacist for advice.

Do not take Alli weight loss tablets if you:

• Are taking Ciclosporin
• Are taking Warfarin or other anti-coagulants
• Are underweight or the right weight for your age and height according to your BMI

Speak to your doctor before taking Alli if you are taking:

• Acarbose
• Amiodarone
• Antidepressants
• Antipsychotics
• Levothyroxine
• Medicine for HIV
• Medicines for anxiety
• Medicines for epilepsy

You should inform our medical team of all the medicines you are currently taking. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor, or bought over the counter, as well as health and herbal supplements.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, speak to your GP or a qualified dietician for appropriate weight loss advice.

Side effects

All medicines carry the risk of side effects, though not everybody experiences them.

Very common side effects (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):

• Excretion of fatty and oily stools
• Flatulence (wind), with or without oily spotting
• Softened stools
• Sudden bowel movements

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

• Abdominal pain
• Anxiety
• Diarrhoea
• Incontinence (stools)
• Increased frequency of defecation

Other side effects (frequency not known from available data):

• Blood clotting in people taking anti-coagulants (warfarin)
• Increased levels of some liver enzymes

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Further information regarding the safety of this medicine can be found within the patient information leaflet enclosed with your medicine.

Never take Alli past the expiry date printed on the packaging.

Always keep medicine out of the sight and reach of children and pets.

Do not discard of expired or unwanted Alli weight loss pills via household or water waste. Ask a pharmacist to safely discard of your expired or unwanted medicine for you.

Never share your medicine with anyone else, even if they are experiencing the same symptoms or condition as you.

Frequently asked questions

Can I drink alcohol while taking Alli weight loss pills?

Alcohol and Alli interaction is unlikely, but reducing or avoiding alcoholic beverages is advised as they can hinder weight loss due to their high calorie content.

Will Alli weight loss pills impact my ability to drive or operate machinery?

Orlistat is unlikely to interfere with your ability to drive or operate machinery.

Are Alli weight loss pills an appetite suppressant?

No. Alli isn't an appetite suppressant.

Does taking Alli exempt me from eating healthily and exercising?

Alli is more effective when coupled with a healthy lifestyle. Exercise regularly and eat a nutritious, balanced diet when taking Alli and continue with this trend to prevent weight gain.

When can I start taking Alli weight loss pills?

Begin with your diet a few days before starting Alli treatment to allow your body to adjust to the lifestyle change.

Where can I buy Alli weight loss pills online UK?

You can order Alli weight loss pills online from Prescription Doctor. Simply complete our online medical form and our doctor will evaluate your suitability.

If your order is approved before 3pm, Monday to Friday, our UK based pharmacy will dispense and dispatch your item the same day, intended for a next-day delivery.

Our online doctor is on hand to answer any questions you have about your condition or your treatment.