Xenical for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews (Page 3)

• Ponchik
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 5, 2017

"I have been using Xenical for 40 days now, lost 18 lbs with minimum exercise. I wish it was a bit cheaper, because I paid $180 for 90 capsules, but the results are great, so I will continue taking it. I like that Xenical reduced my appetite, however, I need to stay home most of the time because I have loose stools almost every day. People say to eat a low-fat diet, but if you eat lots of salads and vegetables, you will still be using the washroom a lot."

• midni...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2015

"These pills are amazing! I've been on them for 3 days, and I've lost 7 lbs already. My start weight was high - 18.5 st :( Only 2 side effects for me: feeling thirsty more often and one urgent trip to the bathroom after salmon."

• Hones...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 31, 2015

"I've been taking this for about four days now, but haven't changed my diet much. I really don't advise doing this, as I literally just shat myself. But I'm not absorbing as much fat as I would through my diet (which is about to change!). So successful so far :)"

• Johnpk
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2015

"This medicine helped me lose 13 pounds in 3 weeks. Still, I have to lose 47 pounds to be in the perfect BMI range. No side effects so far, maybe because I don't eat oily/fatty food much."

• jojom
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 24, 2013

"I have been reading your experiences with Xenical. I have been taking this for 2 months on 3rd July and so far have lost nearly 3 stone. I find it really makes you think about the foods you choose to eat because you don't want any nasty side effects. I can honestly say I have had none at all. Been on a low cal, low fat diet and exercising every day. I started out weighing 14 stone 10 lbs and now weigh 11 stone 11 lbs. If I can do it with 3 children then anyone can. Power to you all, you are an inspiration."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 12, 2012

"It's been amazing. I lost 15 lbs the first two months. I've continued taking it and average 2-3 lbs loss every month. My heaviest weight was 205, and as of my last weight check, I'm at 165 and dropping. At the beginning, I was doing a lot of exercise, which I think helped a lot. Now it's colder, and I'm pretty satisfied where I'm at, so I've slowed down, but I do believe that the side effects and results have made managing weight so much easier. I've turned a few friends on to it, and they are just as big a believer as me. Trust me, the side effects are worth it!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2012

"I was first prescribed these tablets last year but didn't make a proper go of it. I had postnatal depression and a baby who never slept, so healthy eating and exercise felt impossible. I'm now heavier than before I was pregnant (I weigh 20 st) and feel strong enough to make a proper attempt to shift the weight. I am eating 1600 cals per day and walking uphill for 45 mins a day. The side effects are awful (never ever assume it's just a fart!). But I'd rather the fat was in the loo than adding pounds to my body - sorry to be so explicit. I've been doing this for 2 weeks now and starting to feel the difference. I have a phobia of scales, so going to wait until my monthly doctor appointment to see the weight coming off. I'll update again."

• Arden...
• July 24, 2010

"Metamucil may help side effects: I started taking Xenical 8 days ago and was quite nervous about the side effects, especially diarrhea because I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Because of this, I have spent much of my life running to the bathroom. 7 or 8 years ago one doctor recommended Metamucil and it changed my life. I now take it twice a day and perhaps this is why I am not having any problems with Xenical. It's worth a try anyway. In 8 days, I've lost 5 or 6 lbs so am quite happy."

• vcb
• April 9, 2010

"I have been using this for just over 2 weeks now and lost 6 pounds. The side effects are there but not really bad…unless you eat the wrong things! It has helped me already see which foods are more fatty than others. I have had no accidents, etc., but then I know if I go off having a curry/Chinese, then yes, I will. I want to lose another 2 stone in 3 months, and my doctor is positive I can. Just remember, it’s not a miracle drug, you must work with it by cutting down on fatty foods and portions, as well as exercising. Good luck."

• JaneO
• March 16, 2010

"I've only been on this a week, but I can honestly say I've had zero side effects. In saying that, it has made me very, very careful what I'm popping in my mouth! This week I've lost 4.5 lbs. My aim is to lose 3 stone, so some way to go, but it's going to be a journey, and I know that - but I know it will also be worth it!"

• bigma...
• February 13, 2010

"Just over 4 weeks ago, I started taking Xenical that my doctor prescribed me. On the day I started, I weighed 23 stone 13 lbs, and now I am at 22 stone 5 lbs, so I have lost 21 lbs in just over 4 weeks! I was sensible enough to read online reviews and decided to make sure I eat as little fat as possible. When I'm hungry at lunch, I occasionally have an egg and bacon sandwich but cooked in no fat and using fry lite spray, cutting the fat off the meat. I have a sensible normal dinner and breakfast, sometimes toast with no butter and a banana inside or a couple slices of ham. I have cut out all the junk. Side effects for the first few days included slight tummy cramps and very occasionally a looser stool when going to the toilet, but no other side effects at all."

• Sedna
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 3, 2023

"Starting on this medication today. Weight is 81 kg. Struggled with weight gain most of life and need to get back to 65 kg for medical reasons. I am also on HRT and omeprazole. Here goes, will update in a couple of weeks."

• melk
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 23, 2023

"I started this 5 days ago in desperation at age 43 and weigh 15 stone 5 pounds. Gained 3 stone through grief in last 9 months. Also am in my 40s and have borderline thyroid. I have lost 6 pounds in 5 days, and i have eaten 3 meals a day no snacking and nothing major exercise wise just walked 1 hour per day at normal pace. I have had tasty dinners and healthy brekkie and lunch. The orange fat has been coming out days 1 to 2 were the worst of it. I seem to have better control now. Can't wait to see if I lose any more weight next week. Good luck, everyone."

• Mary
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 27, 2022

"I've been using xenical for 8 days and have lost 3kg. I didn't go to the toilet for 2 days and immediately I ate high fibre food, it got me going. I think it is better to also eat high fibre diet. I also have been walking 6000 steps and more."

• MissM
• February 15, 2021

"Noticed effect at end of month three. Month 5 more. It's helped me to reduce daily calories and watch out for any 'extra' and hidden fats. Time will tell now."

• The...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2017

"I found xenical while googling weight loss pills in a desperate need to loose weight. My first 3 days I experienced my first side effect but in the 8 days I've been on it I noticed if I don't eat fatty foods I won't get the bad side effects. So I've been on it for 8 days and lost 2 kgs and 5 inches off my waist. Don't know if its me not eating fatty food or the pill but I think its both. Mind you I only take it an hour after dinner. I'm happy with the way its going so far."

• Troyboy
• June 12, 2017

"I'm wondering if I could use a female period pad to catch the oil leakage at times."

• Anony...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 14, 2017

"Well, I've been taking orlistat for 6 days three times a day, already lost 1 kg. Although I have a headache and am slightly constipated, I am happy I have found something that works."

• Bea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2017

"Tried this last year as have widespread oestoarthritis and lost 8 kgs over 6mths -was told I could only take this drug for 6 mths but after not taking it for 4mths have put on 3kgs so have had a new prescription and will aim to have a stronger willpower!! Hate the odour but still love my chocolate!!!"

• Pebbles
• August 7, 2015

"I have lost over 10 pounds in 2 weeks and have had no problem with them at all. I am sticking to low-fat labels and cutting out all the bad stuff. The tablets are great because they get you in the mindset of knowing that there's consequences if you have a lot of fat."

• Anonymous
• March 2, 2010

"Very effective but couldn't handle all the visits to the loo. After too many visits to the toilet, I cut down to one a day. I ate two virtually fat-free meals for breakfast and lunch and then took just one pill with my evening meal. Stopped me snacking completely, fear of accidents! Steady weight loss approximately 1kg per week. Very good but stock up on the toilet roll. Taking one pill with just my evening meal means that my toilet trips are evening/night. This suited my lifestyle much better as I don't have the kind of job where I can be dashing off every five minutes!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2020

"I started this 4 days ago. I had no side effects until day 3. On day 3, I had yellow oily stools and had lost half a kilo overnight. I am going to continue with the medication and hopefully will lose more weight. I am type 2 diabetic and need to lose between 15 and 20 kilos. I have noticed that I have lost my appetite, but I am aware of this and still eat. I hope everyone does well and their expectations are met."

• home
• June 3, 2020

"I started on Xenical 4 days ago. I had one bad day with my stomach and oily farts, but now I feel that my body is getting used to them. However, I do find that I am very hungry in the evening. If anyone has any tips, I would be grateful."

• Cridley
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2019

"Started taking Xenical on Saturday, 23 March 2019. Weighed in at 95kg. It’s now Monday, 25 March 2019, and I weighed myself, I’m already 94kg. I haven’t had any major side effects. I’m a bit more gassy than normal, my stools have changed to an orange color but not been caught short. I just feel the need to go to the bathroom more often. I will add a further review in a week or so to say if any side effects have changed."

• Anonymous
• November 16, 2018

"I started taking Xenical (Orlistat) almost a week ago. Im 5.3 and currently weigh 162lbs. I gained about 30 pounds after 3 and a half years of using Mirena IUD thats why I started taking Orlistat because nothing was working, it seemed as if my metabolism had been shut. I eat about 1200 calories everyday, I workout 3 days a week and I get around 6000 or more steps a day. So for the first 3 days I had no oily side effects but on the fourth day thats when it really kicked in for me. So far I haven't really lost any weight if anything I've gained about 2 pounds but I'm not sure if that's because I've been working out and my body's retaining more water, I also have my monthly visitor so not quiet sure yet. But I will keep you all updated after 2 weeks."