Alli

GP and surgeon, Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) provides a simple explanation of the medication below:

'Alli is an agent used to promote weight loss by reducing the activity of the enzymes that result in fat breakdown and absorption in the gut (lipases). '.

If you think Alli is a treatment that can help you, start an online consultation now for a registered prescriber to review. If treatment is deemed suitable, they can prescribe it, and we can deliver it to you from the comfort of your own home with a range of convenient delivery and payment options for you to choose from. If you have any questions about a medication, you should always consult your doctor with any questions prior to starting treatment, to ensure that it is safe and suitable for you.

Alli Weight Loss Pills

Alli is a weight loss medicine which can help you lose weight by blocking the absorption of fat in your intestines. Alli is an over-the-counter weight loss medication in the UK. You can buy Alli at UK Meds, where we have overnight shipping most days of the week.

Patient Information Leaflet

For more information on the prescription medication patients should refer to the Alli patient information leaflet.

What forms does Alli come in?

Alli comes in 60mg tablets, which allows it to be sold over-the-counter. There are stronger weight loss medications that are based on Orlistat, the active ingredient of Alli. This includes the generic medicine Orlistat, as well as its branded version called Xenical.

What is Orlistat?

The generic drug which is found in Alli is called Orlistat. This is virtually the same medication, with two big differences. The first is that it is prescription-only in the UK. The second difference is that Orlistat pills come in 120mg doses, which is the reason behind it being prescription-only. Because the drug is twice the strength of Alli, you will need to get a prescription to take this medication. UK Meds has an online prescription service which may be able to assist you in getting a prescription.

What is Xenical?

Xenical is a prescription-only branded version of Orlistat. It also comes in 120mg capsules. If you are interested in Xenical, we sell it at UK Meds. You will need to obtain a prescription to do so. If you do not have one, our prescriber service may be able to assist you in obtaining one.

Why is Alli an effective treatment for weight loss?

Obesity is one of the leading causes of death as it can cause varied illnesses and medical conditions that make it difficult to track and deal with. Some might think that gaining weight is no big deal as it only impedes their day-to-day activities. They think that it is a simple matter that can be set aside since the only thing that they can visibly feel is a bit shortness of breath when moving and perhaps a bit of difficulty when it comes to manoeuvring due to their size. However, what some people don’t realize is that obesity can cause various other problems in your body and in multiple organs and systems as well. If you are overweight, you are more prone to high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, heart attack, and knee problems just to name a few.

Unfortunately, losing weight is extremely difficult while gaining it is a no-brainer. Some people try their best to lose weight by dieting and exercising heavily but still have little to no success. Fortunately, Alli is a medication that is specially formulated for this problem as it can readily help people lose weight quickly and easily.

How does Alli work?

In the grand scheme of things, a person’s weight is generally determined by the number of calories they consume versus the number of calories they spend. If they eat more than they burn, they gain weight and vice-versa. Of course, there are a lot of other factors at play but that is the short gist of it. Alli works by completely blocking the absorption of fats. This means that no matter what food you eat, you simply won’t absorb the fats that you consume. This leaves only carbohydrates and proteins to fuel your body and as long as you don’t eat an exorbitant amount of both, you will generally consume fewer calories for the day. Fats contain more calories than carbs or protein which means that if you don’t consume them, you are getting rid of a huge amount of calories even though the amount of fat may be small.

What are the benefits of taking Alli?

By limiting the number of calories your body absorbs, you are forcing your body to take in fewer calories while consuming your normal amount. This means that you will lose weight simply because you are using up more calories than what your body has absorbed despite eating the same things you normally eat.

How do I use Alli?

Alli is actually one of the easiest weight loss medications available and is very easy and straightforward to use. It should only be used by adults and there are certain indications that you need to watch out for. However, aside from that, it is easy to use since it comes in a capsule that is taken orally. It is usually taken three times a day especially when eating foods that are high in fat. It is taken during or up to an hour after a meal so that it stops the absorption of the fats contained by that meal. If you skip a meal or the food that you are eating has little to no fat, then you can also skip taking the medication as well.

What is the correct dosage of Alli?

The drug typically comes in 120 mg capsules and should be taken three times a day along with meals.

What are the side effects of Alli?

Just like any medication, it also comes with a few downsides. However, for the case of Alli, even if these side effects occur, it is of no urgent concern and medical attention isn’t required. For those who use the medication, they often experience bladder pain, coughs, diarrhoea, headache, and loss of appetite

Where can I buy Alli online?

You can safely buy Alli online at UK Meds. You will first need to have an online consultation with a pharmacist independent prescriber before your order will be supplied. The online consultation will ensure that Alli weight loss pills are the right medication for your medical condition.

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