Xenical OTC

[gl2thextreme]

Now that Xenical can soon be purchased over-the-counter, I'm wondering if that's the best thing to take for fat loss or if there are better alternatives that are safely available now. What do you guys think?

"Orlistat, the generic name for Xenical and Alli, works by blocking about 25 percent of the fat you eat from being absorbed and digested."

One thing that worries me about xenical is some of the side effects, like this:

"Stomach pain, fatty stools, gas with oily discharge, and increased and uncontrollable bowel movements."

This sounds a lot like how Chitosan works, but I don't remember reading the side-effects.

One thing that has me worried about relying too heavily on this is that in studies, people lost only five to six more pounds than other dieters during a six-month trial, but once people stopped taking the drug, the weight returned.

What's the consensus here? An extra tool for getting lean or just another yo-yo gimmick?

reference: http://www.tucsoncitizen.com/news/local/020306a1_anne_weightloss

GL

[dreambig]

I think it is great that Xenical is going OTC; I think the FDA has too many regulations on these types of things and if there is something out there that can help you lose weight, it should be available..especially if its safe. However I have had really good results with Googulbolic and Lipo 6. I have tried Chitosan and it does work. Similar to Xenical..but you cant take it if you are allergic to shell fish.

[BetterNextYear]

The danger of Xenixcal is that it indiscriminately blocks fats, including vitamin E, Omega 3's, CLA and GLA, which poses health risks. You're better off reducing your high glycemic carbs rather than trying to block your intake of fats.

[nick]

You're absolutely right. When this stuff flush. It flushes all mineral, EFA's out of your system as well. Using dietary supplements and learning how to eat healthy and exercise is the only logical thing to do. I got say it's bad!