Menopausal weight gain – weight loss the Alli way

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Alli (pronounced Al-eye), the new diet pill from drug giant Glaxo Smith Kline, has been hyped as the solution to all your weight loss troubles, and best of all, it’s available over the counter, ie you can get it without a prescription at your local drugstore. Personally, I’m a bit skeptical and careful when it comes to hyped products. First of all, the facts.

Alli for weight loss – how does it work?

Alli is not a new drug per se. It is the baby sister of the drug Xenical, a prescription drug used to treat obesity. They both contain the same substance, orlistat. The only difference is in quantity. Xenical contains 120mg of orlistat while Alli contains 60mg of orlistat. Alli should be used by overweight adults (over 18 years) as an aid to weight loss together with diet and exercise. Read more…..

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