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Xenical/Diabetes and Oils

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confusednewdiabetic

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Since being told that I have diabetes I have lost 4 stone by diet and with help from Reductil. The weight has stopped coming off now either I have got used to Reductil or I have become a bit too lax with my diet.
I do not like fish so take a capsule of Omega 3 everyday and an evening primrose oil capsule to help me avoid Pre period tension which gives me awful migraine lasting 2-3 days.

I am about to try Xenical as I still have 5 stone to lose so will I still be able to take the capsules? :? I am going on this medication to ensure that I stick to a low fat diet.

Thanks for any help.
 
Cautions

may impair absorption of fat-soluble vitamins;(orlistat)

Multivitamins

If a multivitamin supplement is required, it should be taken at least 2 hours after orlistat dose or at bedtime
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This is from the BNF.Best thing is to check with either doctor or Pharmacist to be sure.
 
Keep low fat if using it, Xenical has a horrible effect if you eat fats.
As a diabetic, have you thought of switching to low carb? More effective for weight loss and will help control the diabetes too. Look around the forum for info.
Hana
 
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