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Orlistat (Alli, Xenical) Treatment, Side-Effects, and Doses

What is Orlistat (Alli, Xenical)?

Orlistat (Alli) under the brand name Xenical is an over-the-counter medication used to treat patients with excess weight who want to get rid of it. It acts as a catalyst to reduce weight along with a diet.

Orlistat (Alli) under the brand name Xenical is an over-the-counter medication used to treat patients with excess weight who want to get rid of it. It acts as a catalyst to reduce weight along with a diet.

Orlistat is composed to treat obesity. It is available in the market under the name Xenical by Roche in a large part of the world and Alli by GlaxoSmithKline in the U.K. and the U.S.

How to Consume Orlistat (Alli, Xenical)?

Orlistat is consumed like most medications. It comes in a capsule and is taken through the mouth. Usually, it is prescribed to be taken 3 times with each meal that contains some fat. And, if your meal does not contain fat, doctors suggest skipping the dose because orlistat restricts the absorption of fat.

The recommended dose for Orlistat (120mg) of Xenical is one 120mg capsule three times a day during or after one hour of a fatty meal with liquids.

In Specialty Care Clinic, we provide you with the best medication to help you in your weight loss journey and also examine for any possible side effects if they occur. For expert guidance consult Specialty Care Clinic.

What can be the Side Effects of Orlistat (Alli Xenical)?

After taking orlistat medication some side effects may occur or not. In case of any side effects immediately consult the doctor. Some common symptoms are,


There are side effects that are not that frequent but have a possibility


Some serious side effects may be


If any of the above-mentioned effects occur immediately go see your doctor or consult with him.

Precautions for Orlistat (Alli Xenical)

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Phentermine or Topiramate or if you have:

Best among Orlistat or Xenical or Alli

Warnings before taking Prescription

Orlistat should not be taken more than 6 months or in the condition of no weight loss.

Alli causes some severe kidney and liver injuries so, It is advised to consult a doctor as soon as you see these symptoms like itching, yellow eyes, dark urine, yellowing skin, and light-colored stools.



We at Specialty Care Clinic assist you with high-quality treatment for obesity with our Orlistat (Alli Xenical) medication. We also provide other facilities too. You can contact us at 469-545-9983 for any queries related to Orlistat medication. We are here to help you.

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