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Question I have been taking Effexor(75 mg) for nearly a year. I have recently started a diet and have begun taking the new diet pill Alli. Is there any interaction between the two? Is it safe to take this while on an SNRI? Thank you for any advice you may lend.
Answer Hi Lauren,
Congratulations on your new diet and exercise plan, I hope you succeed in your goals.
I am not sure if there is a contradiction to taking Alli with Effexor, I would look at the manufactures web site for Alli, to double check.
Heres what I found:
"alli™ has low potential for misuse and drug interactions because of the mechanism of action and minimal systemic absorption. The only known drug interactions can occur with cyclosporine and warfarin (blood-thinning medicine).
Patients should not use alli if taking cyclosporine; alli can reduce levels of cyclosporine in the blood.
Patients on warfarin should talk with their doctor before taking alli; they will need to be monitored closely for changes in coagulation parameters and have their blood tested regularly, which is standard for any individual taking warfarin who is considering starting a new concomitant drug.
Patients taking medicine for thyroid disease should talk to their doctor before taking alli."
So it appears to be safe.
Good luck, with the diet and exercise, and keep up the good work!
