Question 1

how quickly does orlistat begin to work?

Accepted Answer

45 minutes: Usually within a few minutes.

Question 2

does orlistat really work?

Accepted Answer

It is not the fats!!: Orlistat works in very limited situations.  Primarily, it is useful for reducing fat absorption.  Therefore, if you have a diet high in fats, it may work.  However, in many situations; it is not the fat that makes you fat.  As the diet industry has attempted to limit fat, to make foods more palatable, the carb content has increased.  So sad, now foods are processed and high in sugars.

Question 3

how quick does orlistat work?

Accepted Answer

No miracle pills: Must walk 60 min every day minimum the rest of your life.

Question 4

will orlistat work with exante which is a meal replacement. shakes, bars, soups?

Accepted Answer

: Orlistat works by preventing absorption in the stomach/intestines of dietary fats. If your meal replacement shakes, bars or soups have dietary fats, it will block their absorption. Please keep in mind that Orlistat should not be used for more than several months as nutritional imbalances can occur from not being able to absorb fats.

Question 5

would taking tablets each dayof serequel, skelaxin (metaxalone) and taking orlistat work, feeling very down and unable to,get to my doctor . ?

Accepted Answer

Don't self treat: Don't self treat depression.  And don't suffer depression without treatment.  At least call your doctor and make arrangements to see someone who can help you with your symptoms - soon.  That could also be a local help line or emergency room if your doctor is unavailable.  Get help.

Question 6

i was diagnosed with poly cystic ovaries & my gall bladder was removed in 2011 & since i have gained 3st tips on losin weight as orlistat don't work?

Accepted Answer

To work on it : Your  weight gain is not related to gall bladder surgery, condition with polycystic ovary syndrome  , do gain weight , will have fertility problem, some of them will suffer from hypertensions and diabetes , could be controlled , most of the time , by diet , work out , medications  and regular follow up by your doctors.

Question 7

what is orlistat?

Accepted Answer

Fat disolvent: I won't recommend this as a diet drug as the side-effects are undesirable.

Question 8

orlistat medicine alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Orlistat: Exercise more eat less. Get the app myfitnesspal.

Track calories for 2 weeks. Then lower intake by 500 a day and you will get to goal eventually.  slow but sure.

Question 9

is orlistat harmfull for virgin?

Accepted Answer

Unclear: Your question is unclear.  Orlistat has shown evidence of leading to weight loss, but probably not sustained in the long run.  It is better to increase your physical activity and eat a healthy diet.  None of these interventions should have any direct effect on virginity.

Question 10

how long does one orlistat pill last?

Accepted Answer

1-2 Hours: The half life is 1-2 hours.  That means that the medicine only stays in your intestines for a few hours.  In 2 hours, only 60mg is still effective if you took a 120mg pill.  That is why it must be taken with food.

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