Question 1

my mom, 57, diabetic, high blood pressure,  and lung disorder (histiocytosis) wants to lose weight due to medicine.  is slim quick or alli okay?

Accepted Answer

No easy fix: A diabetic is unwise to get involved with "pop" / "weird" / "cult" diets without close supervision by a physician. Sensible eating habits and regular exercise would be a much wiser course.

Question 2

how effective are the orlistat and alli diet pills?

Accepted Answer

Moderately: Orlistat (or alli) keeps the body from absorbing a lot of fat in the food. If you are able to stay on a low fat diet, you can lose weight on it. However if you eat a fatty meal, you can have diarrhea and intestinal discomfort.

Question 3

is it safe to take alli diet pills when trying to have a baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Alli (orlistat) is a weight-loss aid that binds fat in the intestine.  It is not absorbed into the bloodstream, so it stays in the GI tract, carrying fat out with stool.  Weight loss is not wise during pregnancy, so discontinue the Alli once you know you're pregnant.

Question 4

is taking alli diet pills with laxatives a good idea?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Alli typically will cause loose fatty stools. This in combo with laxatives could cause electrolyte problems not to mention incontinence. This is not a healthy way to lose weight if that is what you're trying to do. Alli with a balanced diet minus the laxatives would be a safer bet.

Question 5

can i see a gp and et prescription medication to assist with weight loss. i am obese and need assist because normal diets aren't working. i have sle and take a load of prescription medication so i am scared to just take over the counter diet pills. ?

Accepted Answer

Can ask one's GP: Many diet pills just decrease one's appetite a bit (pills are often related to stimulants). A person's desire to eat can be much stronger that a diet pill's power to decrease her appetite, so she will likely continue to eat too many calories. Also, diet pills don't increase one's desire to exercise. If something as simple as a diet pill actually worked, we would not have so much obesity in people.

Question 6

how can i get a prescription for phenomenon diet pills?

Accepted Answer

Don't: You probably mean phentermine. Don't bother, diet pills are rarely a good idea. If you need to lose weight there are many ways to do it without pills. Try Weight Watchers which is safe, healthy and effective.

Question 7

could i take apidexin diet pills while taking prescription accutane?

Accepted Answer

No: I would avoid diet pills altogether.

Question 8

can i get a prescription for diet pills from a doctor online?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Most diet pills are controlled prescriptions and require a physical visit for prescription.

Question 9

how can i get prescription diet pills from a doctor? i have tried everything to lose weight exercise , eating right ect nothing works i don't plan on stopping the healthy way of doing things i just need something that will boost up the process or make me

Accepted Answer

Your : Your primary care provider will decide if you are a candidate for a weight loss pill. The one I am familiar with, and have prescribed in the past is orlistat, also known as xenical, which is sold in stores at a lower dosage. Your doctor will make sure you know that this pill has to be taken in conjunction with a  low-calorie/fat diet and exercise program . Your doctor will likely prescribe it only is you have other issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or heart disease. If your doctor is not willing to prescribe this medication, you can buy the lower dose xenical in any store where medications are sold.
Best of luck.

Question 10

can i use alli occasionally when i eat fat?

Accepted Answer

You might regret it: You should be on a low-fat diet when you use alli. If you take it with a fatty meal all the fat will pass through and you might wind up with an accident.

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How effective are the orlistat and alli diet pills?

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Is it safe to take alli diet pills when trying to have a baby?

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Is taking alli diet pills with laxatives a good idea?

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Can i see a gp and et prescription medication to assist with weight loss. i am obese and need assist because normal diets aren't working. i have sle and take a load of prescription medication so i am scared to just take over the counter diet pills. ?

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How can i get a prescription for phenomenon diet pills?

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Could i take apidexin diet pills while taking prescription accutane?

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Can i get a prescription for diet pills from a doctor online?

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How can i get prescription diet pills from a doctor? i have tried everything to lose weight exercise , eating right ect nothing works i don't plan on stopping the healthy way of doing things i just need something that will boost up the process or make me

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Can i use alli occasionally when i eat fat?

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