Alli

[donna t]

Is it safe to take the new diet bill alli with synthroid?  I really would like to get some of weight I have put on off - but Alli clearly states you should check first if you have thryoid disease. I had Graves and am now hypo.

[Mark Lupo, M.D.]

Would take thyroid med separate from Alli -- most patients will end up using Alli before lunch and dinner so if the thyroid med is taken first thing in am, should not be a problem but would check TSH  6-8 weeks after starting Alli.

Alli's success will depend on strict adherence to a low fat (<10g/meal) diet.  Portion control and regular exercise are the cornerstones to long-term success with weight.

[cosmicsoul]

It is probably not recommended to take any diet pills, but of course ultimately this is up to you! I recommend better dosage on your medicine, a balanced diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, some lean or low fat protein, some whole grains and complex carbs, plenty of water, juicing, weight lifting, aerobic exercise and good rest/sleep. Diet pills are not recommended... they are not safe and confuse our bodies which are already off balance anyway. I understand that the extra weight is frustrating, but I still would not take the pills. That is just my recommendation. I wish you good luck!

[MiLady1941]

Alli has horrible side effects.  I gained a lot of weight due to hypo/Hashimotos, and finally started Weight Watchers.  It took me a year to lose 75 pounds, but am now healthier, and keeping the weight off. I have heard there is horrible uncontrolled diarrhea and gas with the Alli pill.  

[KRichter]

well for those of us that have struggled with alot of weight gain.......Alli could be a blessing.....I intend to take it, side effects or not! Just my opinion!

[Jean Le Fete]

I have started using Alli, I have Hashimotos and Hypothyroid. I have had no trouble, actually my  bowel movments were pretty messed up anyway, ranging from loose to constipated, Alli has actually helped make me more regular and no diaharea. I do have more gas sometimes, but again I wasn't perfect before. I have been on it about 3 weeks now and do notice some positive improvements to my abdomen area. I excercise a lot anyway, I play tennis everyday and have horses, etc. I would say each individual needs to try it and see how it works with them.

[GeorgieMRT]

Dear Jean
When you say you notice some differene in your abdominal area, what do you mena by that ?
Thanks in advance for clarifying
Georgia