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Global Patient Feedback for Alli (Orlistat) ( Post a comment )
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GI affects really can be severe, so be mindful of when you take the pills, as it can be socially difficult when symptoms arise unexpectedly.
40 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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It is very easy to take. Minimal side effects. It has results.
60 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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Change your diet before you start taking Orlistat to minimize side effects. Be very aware of how much fat you are eating.
43 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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Make sure to eat healthy and exercise daily.
29 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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yes wear a depens diaper or your clothing will get ruiened from oil type discharges and loose or unontrolable diareah.
49 year old Male
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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I would be afraid to take it more than once a day, although once a day has not helped me lose any weight.
68 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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I tried to only take it once a day and it dosnt work once I started taking in three times a day and following the diet I lost 30 lbs in 4 months I have been off it since june and have not gained any back.
23 year old Female
Posted: 2008-09-29 16:12:15
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Let new patients know that the first time they take it, they may become incontinant of a orange oily substance. You still have to follow an appropriate diet.
43 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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Do your research before taking any medication.
34 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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start buying fat free everything before you start taking the pills
27 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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Stay home when you first use it until you know how it will effect you.
44 year old Female
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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