Is alli right for me?
alli is used for weight loss in adults aged 18 and over who are overweight, and have a body mass index (BMI) of 28 or above. alli should be used along with a reduced calorie, lower-fat diet. BMI is a way to find out if you have a healthy weight, or are overweight, for your height.
The chart below will help you find out whether you are overweight and whether alli is right for you. Find your height on the chart. If you weigh less than the weight shown for your height, do not take alli.
| Height | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1.50m | 63 kg |
| 1.55m | 67.25 kg |
| 1.60m | 71.75 kg |
| 1.65m | 76.25 kg |
| 1.70m | 81 kg |
| 1.75m | 85.75 kg |
| 1.80m | 90.75 kg |
| 1.85m | 95.75 kg |
| 1.90m | 101 kg |
| Height | Weight |
|---|---|
| 4' 10" | 9 st 8 lbs |
| 5' 0" | 10 st 3 lbs |
| 5' 2" | 10 st 13 lbs |
| 5' 4" | 11 st 9 lbs |
| 5' 6" | 12 st 5 lbs |
| 5' 8" | 13 st 2 lbs |
| 5' 10" | 13 st 13lbs |
| 6' 0" | 14 st 10 lbs |
| 6' 2" | 15 st 8 lbs |
Being overweight increases your risk of developing several serious health problems such as diabetes and heart disease. These conditions may not cause you to feel unwell so you should see your doctor for a general health check.