Alli User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Dal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 27, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I agree, the awful side effects only happen when you deviate from the low-fat, reduced-calorie diet. I have tried so many things, and this is really the only thing that has worked for me. I have been taking it for a month now and have lost 6 pounds! In the past, I was only able to lose about half a pound a week on low-calorie diets (fasting, intermittent fasting, Whole 30, Weight Watchers, etc.). I have not had any accidents because I am afraid to eat anything that might make the side effects occur. It is such a great deterrent for me, and it is working! I plan to take it until I lose another 30 pounds."

• Sof...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 10, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Was taking many medications for a condition which caused a lot of weight gain. After weaning off, Dr. put me on a low-cal, low-carb diet with a prescription diet aid that worked but was scary. I continued to lose after stopping the RX diet pill but then plateaued for a long time and started gaining slowly. Chose Alli to help things start moving along. So far, I'm pleased. Psychologically, it helps motivate me since I spent money on an FDA-approved diet pill. It helps so I can eat meals a little higher in calories than the original diet, which makes it more sustainable. In 3 days, I've lost 3 of the 4 lbs I gained back. I exercise almost daily for years. Try to make healthy choices and not eat late. Take with lunch and dinner where my fat and calories are more."

• the...
• May 13, 2008

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Alli for 2 months when it first came out last year. I didn't experience any effects because I stuck to the diet. Reading what could happen if I went over my fat grams scared me. I stuck to it and went from a size 18 to 14. I stopped taking Alli and during the winter gained some weight back. I recently decided I was going to go back on it."

• Sas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Alli feeling unhealthy, no energy, not much bowel movement. 5'5", weighing 195 lbs. I know most of it's fat. I used to lift weights years ago in my younger days when I was fit. I had pregnancy diabetes. Dr. said if I didn't keep weight under control, I'd be a diabetic later in life. Once I had the baby, I no longer had to take insulin, but 20 years later, I'm overweight. I started Alli and went from 195 lbs to 190 lbs, lost 5 lbs in one week. My b.m.'s are more consistent, I feel more energy. I walk about a mile each day. I try to watch what I eat so that I don't get oily stools with stomach cramping (feels like menstrual cramps). Sometimes I splurge on a steak dinner when my husband takes me out to dinner. The rest of the week, it's one piece of lightly buttered toast with a cup of coffee, sugar/cream, and an apple for breakfast, a tuna sandwich with an apple for lunch, and air fryer chicken or fish filet for dinner. It's been only one week on Alli, I'm determined to lose 45 more lbs."

• My ...
• February 12, 2010

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started taking Alli. So far, I have been feeling great about eating right. Taking Alli makes you accountable for what you eat. For me, the side effects are scary enough to make me eat right. All of the reviews I have read have made me so excited to lose weight. Thanks, everyone."

• Anonymous
• December 4, 2011

"I started Alli only four days ago and have already lost four lbs. I highly recommend reading the books included in the starter pack. Also, the calorie/fat gram counter book should become your new best friend. Not only has this product motivated me, it has changed my eating. However, I am a mother and a wife, and my family is extremely picky, so cooking two different lunches and two different dinners, one being only for me, is impossible. So, I have been only eating a tuna salad sandwich on whole wheat and a banana for lunch and dinner. Remember, everything in the tuna salad must be accounted for."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 15, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Alli because I just wanted to shed 15 pounds. At first, I was starting to lose weight, but then I ruined a few pairs of pants and a bedsheet thanks to the embarrassing and unexpected oil leaks. Lol. Needless to say, it’s not worth the discomfort and embarrassment of being out in public and not knowing if/when you’ll have a very noticeable accident."

• Che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 12, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I think most people expect changes in body too quickly. I have been on Alli for three weeks, I am down 4 lbs. I am eating smaller meals and in a consistent exercise plan. I never expected Alli to make me rock hard after a month. I plan to use it for 2 months to help kick start my second 15 lbs. Alli works if you follow restrictions, it’s not going to work with an extremely fatty meal. This is supposed to supplement a new lifestyle change. If I only lose 3 to 4 pounds more, I will be happy. I am not expecting Alli to work after the 3rd month. I have 6 more pounds to lose before vacation and another 8 to 10 this year. The lesson is you still need to watch how much you eat. You also need to be active 3 to 4 days a week, period. 15 lbs this year and 15 next."

• Jes...
• August 12, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Alli was working for me. Unfortunately, I have medications for high blood pressure and seizures, and Alli was affecting the absorption of those medications, and I had to stop taking it. I loved it, though."

• Anonymous
• June 16, 2008

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Alli for 2 weeks and have experienced the good and the bad. I am satisfied with my experience so far. My negative side effects were completely my own fault as I did not watch what I ate one time and regretfully experienced the effects. The positive side is that if you follow the plan and keep the fat under 15 grams you will be fine. I am continuing with Alli."

• SoC...
• July 21, 2015

"I've lost 6 pounds over a month, so this stuff does work. Plus, it controls my hunger. Of course, do not eat fat boy food or beer during late hours. And workout or go for a walk after meals. I poop a lot as well and fart loud, which I'm cool with. My six-pack is coming back slowly. I'm 36 years old."

• Mik...
• August 15, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I used it years ago with great success. Not sure what they changed in the formula, but it no longer works for me personally. It used to block some fat, which obviously came in your poo, kind of orangey in color. It doesn't do this anymore, it just gives me diarrhea. I'm not wasting any more money."

• Dud...
• May 9, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "It does what it says, so 3 stars. If you like orange oil coming out your butt, missing work, and fryer grease farts, then you'll like Alli. I'm thinking, if you don't have a lot of fat in your food, then it might be tolerable, but I'm not willing to find out."

• Rob...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 15, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am not obese, just wanted to lose 20 lbs that I have not had luck shedding over the years. I have been taking Alli for 3 months now and have not lost any weight. It did, however, help me from being constipated. If you're having trouble pooping, Alli will help."

• Kim...
• July 13, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The moment I hit 30, my metabolism slowed. Despite working out and eating healthy, I felt bloated after I ate, and I was irregular. I really felt like my body was overloaded and not processing things at a normal speed, but I felt lethargic and hungry, so I was starting to get depressed over the whole thing. I tried diuretics/lax and increasing fiber to no avail, and the cramping sucked. This is making a real difference. I feel leaner and lighter, and my joints aren't so overtaxed carrying the extra weight. My energy is way better. It's messy at times and not easy, but if you have two weeks of downtime where you can be by the bathroom, give this a go."

• pin...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 28, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is the only diet aid that I would use. It is non-addictive and does not cause the jitters or sleeplessness. It's easy to use, and it does the job. I've used Alli selectively off and on if I've had fat in a meal for many years. We aren't supposed to eat high fat, but it's satisfying and helps prevent carbo bingeing. And not every meal contains a significant amount of fat. It also helps if you need to drop weight fairly quickly. All of the rumors about Alli are true. You will need to move your bowels more often, and you may get 'I need a bowel motion' type cramps. They say some of the side effects are deliberate, to prevent you from chowing down on a heaping plateful of ribs. Once, just once, I had an accident - fortunately, I was at home."

• swa...
• December 18, 2007

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I also have had very positive results with Alli. I was only slightly overweight and now can say I am just a few pounds away from not being in that category anymore. I read the instructions in the starter kit very carefully and planned a good meal plan. I have not had any horror stories about the 'treatment effects,' but then again, I watch what I eat."

• out...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 6, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have used Alli for approximately 4 years to control weight from getting worse. I depend on it being diabetic, and it has now been recalled. I take up to 4 x 5-pill servings of high-quality fiber, but without the Alli, I am having a horrifying time with bowel movements and rectal bleeding. The bleeding was going on while taking Alli but is worse without. I know there have to be others like me that need to relate as well, and that is positive!"

• Cec...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 6, 2024

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I recently tried Alli as a weight loss aid, and my experience has been quite a rollercoaster. While I did manage to lose 50 pounds, which was a significant achievement for me, the journey was far from smooth. Unfortunately, the drug caused severe stomach issues that ultimately led to me needing my gallbladder removed. The initial results were promising, and I felt motivated by the weight loss; however, the ongoing pain was overwhelming. I found myself purchasing pills every month from CVS, but since the store in Dillon, South Carolina has closed down, I've been left searching for alternatives. If you're considering Alli, I urge you to think carefully and consult with a healthcare professional. Weight loss can be a complex journey, and it's essential to prioritize your health above all else. If anyone has questions or would like to share their own experiences, feel free to reach out via text."

• Sus...
• June 25, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I lost over 20 lbs in 2008 & could only take 1 pill a day & the most was 2 a day & kept it off with just 1 pill a day, without exercising because of back problems & couldn’t exercise. It was a miracle pill for me because it even helped my acid reflux when Nexium & other meds didn’t work. But in 2012 when they had a shortage of them here, so I started getting the Orlistat from India instead of the USA, but it DOESN’T work. I’ve tried taking 2 pills at each meal & only got greasy stools but didn’t lose not 1 lb. I wasn’t immune to it either because I had to wait almost 6 months or more for it to buy OTC again. Even tried the prescription brand as well & no difference. So sad that you can’t buy USA products anymore!"

• Fai...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The new generation of Orlistat, sold over the counter as Alli, does NOT work. I was on Xenical when it first came out in the 1990s. It worked very well, and the orange discharge was a daily thing. Now, 4 months ago, I purchased Alli over the counter. Paid $85 and was very disappointed to find out that I had wasted my money. First, each pill is filled only 60 mg instead of the Xenical, which is 120 mg, so it is not the same dose. Second, even when doubling up doses, it still does not grab the fat and produce the orange discharge like the old ones used to. I will never purchase this again. It is basically a placebo. I tried the keto diet for a while to help with weight loss, but the constipation and limitations were so horrible it didn't work. I also tried Phentermine, and it too was unsuccessful in the long run. What works? The MY PLATE model, using a toddler-sized sectioned plate."

• GAU...
• March 29, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Alli because I had read that it may loosen the stools. I have milk issues that when I drink milk, I get bound up, which is very painful. I was told lactose, lol, um... nope (drank lactose-free milk and had the worst belly pains ever). So I decided to try Alli. I only take a pill at night and have a BM the next morning. Yay! I do have oily yuck left in the toilet, but hey, losing a bit of weight even with just the one pill!"

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 14, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Alli 11 years ago, only for less than 2 months, and I still have all the side effects. I had my gallbladder removed, diagnosed with liver disease, and do not feel like myself anymore. Do NOT take these pills."

• MrG...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 20, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been using Alli for a number of years, and I echo what many have already said. Alli seems to work in two ways: (1) Medical, by inhibiting the absorption of digested fat, and (2) by offering a direct and timely feedback loop. Eating a high-fat meal? Alli will let you and your toilet know within a matter of hours. After a while, you learn to understand the relationship between food and fat. I have a small pillbox of Alli that I take with me wherever I go, so I don't miss it at mealtime. With Alli, timing (both input and output) is everything."

• jen...
• January 12, 2011

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Alli for approximately 2 weeks now. I weighed in and seemed to have gained weight. I am 5'1", 158 lbs starting weight. I now weigh 166 lbs. I try to watch what I eat but have a very hard time. This product is recommended for those with excellent self-control. I do however know that the product is working as they say it will due to the change in bowel movements."