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Could Weight-Loss Drug Make You Regular?

Newspaper Columns, Pharmacy Q&A July 2, 2008

Could Weight-Loss Drug Make You Regular? Q. In the recent past, I took Alli for weight loss. To my amazement, my constant constipation disappeared. I now keep it on hand for constipation.

A. Alli is OTC orlistat. It has been prescribed under the name Xenical. Diarrhea and increased bowel movements are common side effects of orlistat, so it’s not surprising that it might combat constipation.

Tags: Alli, Constipation, Diarrhea, Orlistat, Weight Loss, Xenical

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Joe Graedon is a pharmacologist. Teresa Graedon holds a doctorate in medical anthropology and is a nutrition expert. Their syndicated radio show can be heard on public radio. In their column, Joe and Teresa Graedon answer letters from readers. Write to them in care of this newspaper or e-mail them via their Web site: www.PeoplesPharmacy.com.

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