Orlistat for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews (Page 5)

• Stu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 25, 2015

"Great wonder drug, have lost a massive 7 pounds in 2 weeks on this drug. Was 17 stone 4. The weight is still dropping off. Have been put on this as have other medical issues and was putting weight on like no tomorrow. On it for a total over time of 8 weeks, my GP wants me down to 14 stone. Great drug with no side effects reported."

• ona...
• May 15, 2015

Orlistat "I'm on the Implanon so I can't manage to lose weight with anything I do, but with Xenical, I have already lost 2 kgs in just 2 days. I have not exercised as I am sick at the moment. I have two a day with my two meals, lunch and dinner. The only thing I stop myself from is snacking, which is tough. Can't wait to continue with this product!"

• Ems...
• May 12, 2015

"I am a type 1 diabetic, was misdiagnosed as type 2 for 10 years. I have gained 4 stone in a year as I am so insulin resistant, and I am currently on 200 units a day of insulin, 6 500g metformin. I have neuropathy as well, and I'm only 30 years old. I have started a weight management program under NHS for gastric band or bypass surgery, but have been given these tablets with a goal to lose 12 lb in 6 months. Well, today, after taking these for 4 weeks and the fact I'm on a great deal of medication, I have lost 5 kg, so 11 lb. I am over the moon. I really hope this carries on and I can go without the op."

• Lau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 28, 2015

"I've been taking these for two days, and already I can feel and see the difference. My stomach has gone so flat, it's unbelievable. I'm so happy with the results already, and I can't wait to see the ending result. I would recommend these to anyone who is willing to lose weight, it's amazing. I'm happy with the results in two days, so God knows what it will be like after two months."

• llc...
• February 18, 2015

Orlistat "First, let me start by saying yes, if you eat the wrong foods, you will have a bad time. This is a sort of magic pill, but you need the right ingredients. Think low fat! You will become aware of what you can and can't eat. I've been on a low-fat diet with exercise coupled with these pills. I've been working hard and seeing amazing results. My doctor has said I will probably only need these pills for six months to get to where I need to be. My first weigh-in saw me lose 10 kgs, that's around 21 lbs or 1.5 st dependent on what you work with. I've cut out all the bad things and have been walking at least a mile a day, as well as doing other exercises a couple of times a week. I'm living proof it works, no accidents either. 19st 5 to 17st and counting!"

• clo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 10, 2015

"Started using orlistat in November and had weigh-in today, lost 14 pounds, well chuffed, doctors pleased. Back wearing clothes I have not worn for a long time. Hoping to lose another stone by the next weigh-in!"

• ste...
• December 9, 2014

Orlistat "Lost 45 lbs. on Alli in about 10 months. I got pregnant and sadly am back where I started. I will be starting on Alli again next month. It's a great boost to get you working in the right direction to a healthy lifestyle."

• Cou...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2014

Orlistat "I have only been on this medication for 2 months now. In my first weigh-in, I lost 6 lb 6 oz, and in my second weigh-in, I lost the same again, overall 12 lb 12 oz. Just 2 lb short of a stone, couldn't believe I've lost weight so quickly when I could never lose weight on my own. I've not exercised on these tablets and have just eaten normally, which is naughty of me. I started off at 21 stone, and I'm now at 20. Got a long way to go as my goal is back to 8 stone from what I was originally. If I keep this up though and eat healthily and exercise more, I'll be slim before I know it, and I'll be happy again."

• ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 23, 2014

"I lost about 15 kg in 2 months by taking Xenical 120 mg pill before each meal. The beautiful thing is you don't have to do any sports. You can just eat like you ate before, but it even goes faster when you don't eat much fat. When your pills are finished, you have to pay attention because if you keep eating like before, you will gain weight again. Unless you keep taking Xenical. Ok, it was expensive (about $160 for 90 capsules), that is enough for 1 month (when you take 3 a day). But it was totally worth it. The most expensive was buying new clothes :-) Only disadvantage is diarrhea. Just make sure you have a clean set of underwear with you."

• dkr...
• November 2, 2014

Orlistat "I took Xenical years ago. I was working a very physical postal job, so I did get quite a bit of exercise, but before taking it, I had not lost much. Once I started it, I lost thirty pounds within a couple of months with very little effort. Side effects were minimal as long as I didn't eat excessive fat, but as good as it worked, I could handle them."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2014

Orlistat "Just starting month 3 on Xenical. My BMI has dropped below 30, so no longer obese. Still a way to go, but over a stone gone & kept off. Feel so much better. Sleeping better, eating better & jogging (never jogged in my life!). Looking forward to my next weigh-in in Sept."

• ski...
• August 7, 2014

Orlistat "I love this medicine! Weight loss seems effortless while being on it. Lost 20 pounds."

• Vio...
• July 20, 2014

Orlistat "Alli works great for me. At first, I lost 30 pounds in less than a year, stopped it for a while, gained some back but went back on it and lost another 12 lbs. I have been off it for 4 months because of the latest recall and am trying to be good. I loved Alli because bowel movements were regular and I didn't have to take it unless I ate more fatty stuff than I should. When will it be back? I hope it does come back soon!"

• Anonymous
• June 13, 2014

Orlistat "Just been back for my 2nd month of tablets. Lost 10 lbs in the 1st 3 weeks of being on Xenical & gone from a size 18 to a comfortable 16. Eating more healthily, but need to start exercising if this is going to work properly. It doesn't work for everyone, but definitely worth trying if you're struggling with your weight."

• cas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 7, 2014

Orlistat "I've been taking Xenical 120mg tablets as I was close to 19 stone. I've always been a big girl, but having an underactive thyroid plus polycystic ovarian syndrome just kept me gaining weight, which made me depressed, which made me eat more. I've been on them for 5 weeks. In the first 4 weeks, I've lost 18 lbs, and I am due to get weighed in 3 weeks again. I've been going to the gym and swimming as well, and sticking to 2000 calories."

• Xmi...
• May 3, 2014

"I have been on orlistat for 2 weeks, and already I have lost 10 lbs! It takes a few days to know what you can and can't have... trust me, you will too! Ha! The only 'side effect' I've had was loose stools at quite short notice (but enough notice to get to the bathroom), and this was only because I had a small slice of birthday cake. Otherwise, I haven't experienced any grim 'side effects.' You definitely have to change your eating habits though. Looking forward to my next lot from my doctor."

• cha...
• February 5, 2014

Orlistat "I was prescribed Xenical a few years ago and lost just over three stone in four months. I went from a size 18 to a 14 and felt fantastic! I even joined the local gym. Unfortunately, my weight stayed the same for a couple of months, so I was taken off them. Since then, I've had another baby and finding time to eat healthy has been a struggle for me. I am now 16 stone. The doctor has once again prescribed Xenical, and I'm determined to keep the weight off this time. If you struggle with diets, then I would recommend these, fingers crossed."

• Chi...
• August 8, 2013

Orlistat "I have used Alli and was very happy. It absolutely will help you lose weight. If you are planning on not adjusting your diet, it is not for you. Since it inhibits fat from being absorbed, fat goes right through you and could definitely be embarrassing (if you know what I mean). If you lower the fat in your diet, it will do wonders and the disgusting side effects will be minimal to non-existent."

• R-J...
• July 29, 2013

"I began taking orlistat, Xenical 120mg three times a day with meals for the treatment of obesity. I am 18, female, and weighed 21 stone 9 lbs as of 22/07/13. I have been taking Xenical for just a week and have experienced very few side effects, slightly more gastric distress (flatulence and the occasional oily excrement), but that is as a result of my ignorance to food and fat. I am delighted to find that after only a week, I have lost 14 pounds and now weigh 20 stone 9 lbs. I appreciate that I am still overweight, but I have lost 1 stone and 9 inches in total from various areas of my body and am extraordinarily surprised to find myself reveling in such success."

• Anonymous
• December 17, 2012

"These tablets have worked. I'm really happy with the weight loss. I've lost 11 pounds in a month. In the beginning, it was a bit hard to get used to it, then, you know how to control yourself, what to eat and what not to eat. I'm happy going to see the doctor tomorrow."

• sli...
• February 17, 2012

"After taking Orlistat for one month, eating sensibly, no junk, plenty of fruit, hardly any exercise because of my disability, I am overjoyed and ecstatic to have lost 10 pounds."

• Kei...
• January 20, 2012

Orlistat "I was not the really type of girl who'd sacrifice food to lose weight, so I tried taking Xenical because I've heard that it really is effective. I used to weigh 176 pounds, but after 2 weeks of taking Xenical, I now weigh 158 pounds. That's 18 pounds lost with no effort of giving up my cravings. The side effects don't bother me much because they always don't come at the wrong time."

• hid...
• December 21, 2011

Orlistat "Well, just thought I would update you all. I left a comment on here last week. Had my first weigh-in yesterday and I have lost 11 pounds. Doctor has prescribed me these now for 2 more months and I have to have another review in 2 months' time. I'm so glad that these pills are working. My confidence has been given a real boost. Still suffering with loose stools but watching what I'm eating, but everything is moving in the right direction."

• blo...
• November 26, 2011

Orlistat "I love Xenical. It is basically making me scared to eat rubbish because of the oily poo side effect, with a very urgent need to 'go' it is making me look at food in a different way. If I see a family-size chocolate bar, which previously I would have eaten within 2 minutes, I just see it as a slab of fat. It has changed my attitude towards food. I now eat healthy food because I know what the unhealthy food will look like as it comes out, and I am disgusted that all of that unhealthy fat was going into my body, into my arteries, around my heart. It has been a visual education in healthy eating. I am losing weight and it's thanks to Xenical."

• Anonymous
• May 27, 2011

Orlistat "This is my second week of Xenical and I have had no side effects at all. I am sticking to Weight Watchers Pro Points diet and going to the gym three times a week. I have not weighed myself yet, but I can feel the difference in my clothes already. Looking forward to my next weigh-in. My starting weight was 14st 3lbs."