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Xenical
The prescription-strength pill is not for the casual dieter.
BACKGROUND
There are many diet pills on the market claiming that their "secret," "proven," "patent-pending" formula is the weight loss answer you've been looking for. But few come with an FDA approval nor a prescription-strength formula like Xenical (also known as Orlistat).
Xenical is prescribed to obese individuals only by their physician and after determining their body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher (27 if you have other risks like blood pressure or diabetes). Xenical is responsible for helping many overweight individuals finally find success and maintain. Xenical is usually not considered a first choice. Your physician will want to know if you've already tried diets, exercise and other weight loss means, but yet to find success.
So how exactly does Xenical work so succesfully? Xenical works directly in your digestive system and is responsible for keeping 1/3 of the fat you ingest from being absorbed. This is why Xenical calls for a serious reduction in the amount of fat you consume.
PRO
- Specially formulated for those that are obese
- Keeps some of the fat you consume from being absorbed by your body
- Prescription strength formula
- Low-fat diet is a must
CON
- Side effects include oily spotting from the rectum, urinary tract infection, tooth or gum disorders and gall stones among others
- Must have a prescription
- Only obese individuals can take this pill
INGREDIENTS
Orlistat is the main ingredient in Xencial. A complete list of ingredients for Xenical is not available. Because this is a prescription only product, your doctor would be able to share the ingredients with you before prescribing.
ADMINISTRATION
Your doctor would be able to explain dosage and how many tablets to take daily. This information is not available without having a prescription.
DIET and EXERCISE
While taking Xenical, you'll follow a low-fat diet (no more than 30% of your calories) that is identical to the diet outlined by the American Heart Association.
Xenical is a 120 mg capsule and is only available by prescription. It is to be taken with meals that contain fat, no more than three times daily. Xenical also encourages taking a multi-vitamin each day.
CONCLUSION
Xenical is not for everyone. Since it's made for prescription, it's given to those who are most in need.
Common Misspellings
Xencal, Zenical, Orlstat, Orlistat
Related Diets: Alli, Contrave, Orlistat, AHA No-Fad Diet
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Your insurance dose not cover it? my insurance covered it and it only cost 20$ for 1 months supply
Stuff your *** with tissue... take a vitamin..everyday as instructed.. no biggie.....
I like zenical 120mg. I over eat alot and I have alot of fatty foods... and yes taking these pills while eatting fatty food does produce orange oily stuff.... but with all of that...i still lost 5 pounds..so this week I am gonig to try low fat and walking with it.....
iv been taking the xenical for 7 weeks now and i have to say it works for me iv lost 15 and ahalf pounds,iv also started corves 6 days aweek and im starting to look better and feel better i love xenical and will take it on till i loose 3 more stone fingers crossed,,xxx also ill be keeping my legs crossed,,,,ha ha
I have been taking Xenical for 4 days now. I have not had any bouts of "oily" anything! I take it this means I am not consuming too much fat. No weight loss, but, it's only been 4 days! Anyone else like me, whereby you did not experience any "oily" stuff, but, did lose weight? What day did you notice the firs weight loss? Thanks!
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i'm wyna 500lbs. Have used Xenical for few days but still didn't see the effect. How many pill to be taken per day?
i've been using it for 10days. I did get oily stool on da 1st day.. but none now. And i don't think I lose weight either. Hehe..
How many pills do we have to take per day if our weight is 450lbs and above?
Pls let me know. Thanks
Ive been using xenical for months now and Im very happy with the result. I lost weight in just one week. It was very effective. I purcahsed it from
I have been using xenical for quite sometime now. My BMI is lower than 27... but I do binge often. On weekends, XENICAL takes care of my fat intake. I am not a gym person, so xenical helps me to maintain my weight. But i WANT TO LOSE MORE.
Ihave just started taking xenical 120mg 3 times a day and I felt so embarrassed breaking wind now I where a pad but I am finding it difficult to work full time and travel plus taking this tablet
This product does work! It is not a magic pill and You have to be willing to change your eating habits! If you follow the directions and limit your fat intake you will be fine.
In regards to Xenical-I would like to know how soon does the bathroom runs happens soon after taking it? How many pills did you take in a day?
Thanks
I have used it for about 6 years. But I have to pay for it myself. I have recieved the newsletter in the past and I still use it, But I cannot afford it anymore.
thanks it really helped me
I been taking xenical for a week now and have lost 5 pounds. I did have oliy discharge but it was because i was eating everthing. also the price is not bad a got them for $75 at plantdrungs.com
i have been on these tablets for 2 weeks, i lost 8lbs in my first week and 6lbs in my second. It is true what they say you really do have to watch your fat intake but it is well worth it to see the pounds come off!!
My second day on zenical I gained 60 lbs I have had no spotting or bathroom issues yet, but scared after all of the comments
I have been taking this for 6 weeks now and have lost 9 kilos relatively easily. Not had any of the side effects mentioned but have been really watching my fat intake.
I hve used this many times i can only say tht u only get these side affects if u have anything to eat over 4 grammes of fat .
It does take a while 2 do ure shopping if its first useage but u get used 2 wat u pick up. Yes u can get gas and go to the toilet but i wouldnt use the phrase use a nappy i am in these and i go out everday. so i can honestly say u really need to look at wat ure eating i would reccommend them to any1 tht is needing 2 lose weight
