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Orlistat vs Alli Pack Size Comparison
When choosing between Alli and Orlistat, pack size significantly impacts both convenience and cost. Generic Orlistat 120mg offers the most comprehensive range, available in 2-week (42 capsules), 4-week (84 capsules), 8-week (168 capsules), and 12-week (252 capsules) supplies. Alli 60mg provides 4-week, 8-week, and 12-week options, whilst branded Xenical matches Orlistat's full range.
2-Week Supply Options
Perfect for first-time users wanting to assess tolerance, 2-week supplies are available for Orlistat 120mg at £15.20 with EDM10 and Xenical at £19.35 with EDM10. These starter packs contain 42 capsules - exactly 2 weeks' treatment at the standard 3 capsules daily dosing. Note that Alli doesn't offer 2-week packs, starting from 4-week supplies instead.
4-Week Supply: Monthly Treatment
Our most popular choice, 4-week supplies provide a full month's treatment. Orlistat 120mg costs £29.69 with EDM10, Xenical £38.69 with EDM10, and Alli 60mg £26.09 with EDM10. Each pack contains 84 capsules. Whilst Alli appears cheaper, remember it's half the strength of prescription Orlistat, blocking less dietary fat absorption.
8-Week Supply: Better Value
Doubling up saves money compared to ordering monthly. Orlistat 168-capsule packs cost £57.59 with EDM10 (saving £1.79 vs two monthly orders), Xenical £78.29 with EDM10, and Alli £49.49 with EDM10. Eight-week supplies are ideal for established users who've successfully adapted their diet and want fewer delivery arrangements.
12-Week Supply: Maximum Savings
Our best-value option offers significant savings for committed users. Orlistat 252-capsule packs cost £86.39 with EDM10 - a £2.68 saving vs monthly ordering. Xenical 12-week packs cost £116.09 with EDM10, whilst Alli costs £116.99 with EDM10. These quarterly supplies suit long-term users following successful initial treatment phases.
Which Pack Size Should You Choose?
First-time users often prefer 2-week or 4-week supplies to assess tolerance and side effects. The gastrointestinal effects of Orlistat - including oily stools and increased bowel frequency - are more manageable when dietary fat intake stays low. Starting with shorter supplies allows you to adapt your eating habits gradually.
Established users frequently choose 8-week or 12-week supplies for convenience and savings. However, remember that Orlistat works best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. Longer supplies only make sense if you're committed to sustained lifestyle changes.
Alli vs Prescription Orlistat: Key Differences
Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription Orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg. This lower strength typically causes milder side effects but blocks less dietary fat absorption. Prescription-strength Orlistat blocks approximately one third of dietary fat, whilst Alli blocks a smaller proportion. Both require the same dietary commitment for optimal results.
Order Your Preferred Pack Size Today
Complete our online clinical assessment to determine suitability. Our UK-licensed prescribers review each application individually, prescribing where clinically appropriate. Following prescriber approval, your chosen pack size is dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly with next day tracked delivery. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
