The capsule is bright blue, is the colour ingredient safe?
The alli (orlistat 60 mg) capsule contains the colouring agents titanium dioxide (E171), indigo carmine (E132) and Opacode S117822/23 black ink, which consists of shellac, iron oxide (E172) and propylene glycol. All of the components of these colouring agents at the concentrations present in the finished product have an approved regulatory status for use in foods and oral cosmetic and medicinal products marketed in the European Union and the United States. Back to top We hope this answers all the questions you have got about alli, to help you make an informed choice as to whether alli is suitable for you as a weight loss aid. If you are still unsure, please pop into your local Boots to consult the Pharmacist – they will be happy to help.
