Alli after gastric bypass

I took Alli for 2 months pre surgery and I only had one greasy gas episode, so the horror stories do not happen to everyone. It did not help me lose, but it did keep me from continuing to gain weight. I took it as prescribed and only rarely saw a grease ring in the toilet.

I did previously take Xenical for one month, and I never ever had a drip episode, but I did see the ring around the toilet more. I think Xenical does a better job (blocks 30% fat as opposed to 25%), and I saw more proof that it was working compared to Alli. However, I think both are too expensive for the weight loss (or lack thereof) that resulted.

I would definitely ask a doctor since I wonder if it will work as well with our altered intestines.

Donna

I have to say this is probably the funniest thread I have read.   I read about Alli when it came out...and was curious...but couldn't get past the anal leakage, etc....   Since I have enough problems in that area since my colon cancer 2 years ago...I couldn't imagine taking something to MAKE that happen.    

Julie My sister too was diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer in 2005. She is remission right now but it has been a long hard battle.  Hope you are doing great and getting good news at your checkups! Arleen

I did some research on it and found a study showed that after a year those who used Alli with a diet and exercise program had lost 3 pounds more than those who did diet and exercise alone.  nice trade for anal leakage with uncontrollable bowel movements.  I'd rather keep the 10  pounds myself than deal with all that.  also maybe evaluate if the 10 pounds are realistic and reasonable to lose and maintain, or if this is your body's set point. You have an awesome tool, hang in there and keep up the good work.  HUGS!!!!

I had bariatric surgery 1 1/2 years ago. I take Alli now and have lost about 15 lbs in the last 3 months. It has worked for me and has also helped me not gain back some weight. As far as being messy. I just had a problem in the beginning. Other than that, it is controllable to me.

I used xenical several years ago and lost 145 pounds in 2 years, I had no problems with accidents, just had lots of bathroom trips, but, it never hindered my lifestyle.

I took Xenical.  Basically, you just count fat grams and only have 10 fat grams at each meal.  Anything over that would cause the icky, greasy gunk in the BM.  I never had any of the side effects though since i kept to the recommended fat grams.   After having the surgery though it wouldn't help us.  If you have the last 10, then going back to basics and really being honest about what your eating is the way to go.  Diet pills are not part of the post op lifestyle.  HTh!!