Alli and Calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride

• Generic Name: orlistat
• Dosage Forms: capsule - Drug Facts
• Other Brand Names: Alli, Xenical, Alli

alli (orlistat) blocks some of the fat that you eat, keeping it from being absorbed by your body.

alli is used to aid in weight loss, or to help reduce the risk of regaining weight already lost. This medicine must be used together with a reduced-calorie diet. Orlistat is for use only in adults.

Xenical is the prescription-strength form of orlistat. The alli brand of orlistat is available without a prescription.

• Generic Name: calcium carbonate / magnesium chloride
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Mag64, MagDelay, Nu-Mag, Slow-Mag, Magnesium Chloride With Calcium, Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium

Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals. Calcium is needed for bone formation and maintenance. Magnesium helps maintain muscle function and normal heart rhythm.

Calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride is a combination medicine used as a supplement. calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride is given when your diet does not provide enough of these minerals, or when they are lost through perspiration.

Calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.