Question:
Has anyone tried the new Alli ?
Just wanting to hear of people that have tried Alli that are Post-op, and what side effects they have had. Thanks! — [Deactivated Member] (posted on June 23, 2007)
June 23, 2007
I haven't tried Alli. But I did when it was Xenical (in prescription form)
It did seem to work.My doctor gave me a 30 free sample, but I had to stop
taking it because my insurance wouldn't cover it. The BM's were kind of
nasty. But I lost about 10 lbs the first month.
— KathigME
June 24, 2007
hi, wow i just bought it. I didn't ask my doctor because I used to us
Xenacal before the surgery. I just started using it. I hope it works. I had
stop losing weight. I am one year post-op so I hope ths will help me lose
alittle more because now that I can eat food I am afraid of gaining
weight.
— evienicole
June 25, 2007
OK...maybe im not understanding..people take diet pills after wls??? for
what?? you have been given the best diet aid, your tool..use it, im not
trying to sound harsh but diet pills after surgury?? watch your diet
(sweets, carbonated drinks are a no-no) increase on your protein drinks,
drink lots of water/crystal lite, and most of all get your exercise. If you
are doing 1/2hr of cardio, bump it up another 15 min.. Im sorry taking diet
pills post op- sounds crazy to me..and another thing how healthy are those
pills for your body anyway? no one knows..leave them alone!!!
— msstacey
July 1, 2007
Perhaps you should read the Alli book before you even think about this diet
pill. I agree with the last poster. Stick to the basics of your diet now.
Alli only blocks fat that your body takes in during meals. It does
nothing for the body fat that's already there. My cousin took this when it
was Xenical & everytime she farted there would be a greasy streak in
her underwear and pants. Plus she said the B.M.'s were terrible. Your
body shouldn't be able to tolerate certain types of fat post op anyway so
just continue to eliminate unhealthy fats from your diet and you won't need
$50.00 a month & Alli to do that for you. Go back to the basics of high
protein, plenty of fluids and increase your exercise!
— CHARLYLVN
July 19, 2007
I'm pre-op and I can say I have tried pretty much every diet pill/shake/etc
out there, but I haven't tried Alli. I've only read about it. And from what
I read, if you try it and you intake anything fatty/greasy, be prepared to
wear an adult diaper. I read about unexpected, uncontrollable diarrhea and
a lot of gassiness. Honestly, I don't know what they allow you to take
after weight loss surgery. I don't know if any of the ingredients in the
weight loss things would have any negative effects on your system. I'd
seriously say if no one here can give you the answer you want to go to your
doctor. Good luck.
— HeavenlyFaerie219
July 25, 2007
I did recently buy Alli (for my significant other who has not had surgery
and has entirely different issues). I have tried it and although it is too
early to tell if it is doing me any good, from my own experience I can say
that I'm not having the greasy/uncontrollable stools issue (although
granted, the Alli dose is half of the Xenical dose when it was prescription
only). I am probably just wasting money because for the most part I do not
eat too many fats. I'm almost 4 years post op and am facing challenges
with maintaining my weight and find it very difficult to loose weight. The
Alli helps because it seems like my stomach then is more sensitive to
foods, so it is easier to "feel" full and stop. That said, yes,
it does seem insane to be on diet pills post op ;-) I will try and
remember to check in if I notice it helping.
— w8free
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