1. + Weight Loss Amber Frick, PharmD April 22, 2012

2. + Patient Case A patient who appears to be in her late 30’s or early 40’s approaches your counter. She asks you what you think of the weight loss product in her hand. What additional information do you need to gather from the patient? What action or product would you feel comfortable recommending?

3. + Weight Loss Products Orlistat (Alli) Patients ≥18 years old 60 mg 3 times a day before meals containing fat GI side effects Replenish fat soluble vitamins Interacts with warfarin and cyclosporine Avoid with malabsorption disorders, thyroid disease, nephrolithiasis, or pancreatitis Potential liver injury www.myalli.com Herbal products and dietary supplements Bitter orange Caffeine Inappropriate methods: Laxatives Diuretics Sensa ® Weight Loss System