Rumors swirled around GlaxoSmithKline’s popular alli diet pill after the Food and Drug Administration announced it was investigating the possibility of liver damage. However, no clear evidence has emerged that alli can cause any liver damage. In fact, the FDA has recommended that users continue to use alli as directed by their primary physician.

Orlistat, the active ingriedient in the alli diet pills, has minimal absorption into the blood, and works mostly in the gastro-intestinal system. Because of where alli is active, there is no obvious connection between the alli diet plan and any effects on the liver.

Another aspect that must be taken into consideration is that many obese people already have preexisting liver conditions. According to the FDA, an estimated 15-20% of obese people have injured their liver due to excess fat in the liver. What’s more, the gradual weight loss that a person can attain from alli diet pills can help prevent liver injury and improve liver function.

Orlistat has been available to the general public since 1998. Out of the 40 million people who have used the drug, including the 6 million alli users, only two cases of liver damage have been reported. The orlistat in alli has been extensively studied and tested, with 100 clinical studies surveying more than 30,000 human test subjects.

Safety is priority number one for GSK, and the alli pills are no exception. GSK continues to test alli and orlistat, and closely monitors the drug’s effect on its patients. The August 24th announcement is just part of the FDA’s policy of publicly sharing information directly with consumers and healthcare professionals. As far as the FDA and GSK are concerned, alli’s track record speaks for itself. It’s a safe way to lose weight.

Anyone with concerns should talk to their doctor or pharmacist. For more information on the safety and efficacy of alli, please visit www.myalli.com and/or call 1-800-671-2554.

As with any new medication, a lot of false rumors are flying around about GlaxoSmithKline’s weight loss pill alli. Some people have claimed that alli is responsible for their upset stomach, diarrhea, or excessive gas. Once these negative stories go around, people might think that everyone will get these symptoms if they try alli.

But here are the facts:

• If you don’t follow the alli plan closely, you may experience the mentioned side effects. Alli is not a miracle drug that will magically make your weight loss disappear. You must follow alli’s sensible, healthy diet plan to enjoy its full benefits.
• If you eat continue to eat foods high in fat, alli cannot be as effective as it can be.
• If you do eat a sensible diet based on alli’s recommendations, alli can and will help you lose weight quickly, and keep it off.

How does alli work?

Alli decreases the absorption of fat from the food you eat. Within your stomach and intestines, enzymes called lipases break down fat into smaller parts, which your digestive tract then absorbs in turn. What alli does is binds itself to lipases and limits their activity. The result is a decrease in fat absorption. Alli does not have any effect on carbohydrates or protein.

Benefits of alli

If the user follows a sensible and healthy diet, alli can give remarkable results. On average, Alli stops the absorption of 25% of the fat in the diet. Alli can help people lose 50% more weight than if they only dieted. Of course, the weight loss depends on many factors, including your diet, exercise habits, and personal body chemistry, but the FDA says users can expect modest weight loss, which would be about 1 to 2 pounds a week.

Another important thing to remember is that if you skip a meal, you should also skip the dose of alli. Also, if you do miss a dose, DO NOT take a double dose. As stated before, alli must be accompanied by a sensible, low-fat meal. The FDA recommends that fat should account for no more than 30% of your diet.

If the user follows the directions carefully, and consults with their doctor, alli is a safe and effective way to keep off those pounds. Alli is more than just a pill to make you lose weight; it’s a comprehensive program to transform your lifestyle by helping you embrace healthy habits. What alli does, in effect, is make the healthy lifestyle easier by speeding up the effects of a good, sensible, and nutritious diet.

Sample press releases for alli:

• alli™ – the OTC weight loss product – on shelves nationwide in the US later this week.
• GSK receives positive opinion for new non-prescription weight loss treatment alli to help in the fight against obesity across Europe.
• GSK addresses concerns about alli and its effects on the liver.