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Prescription Weight Loss Treatment - Orlistat & Xenical UK
Orlistat is a prescription-only weight loss medicine that works by blocking approximately one third of the fat you eat from being absorbed. Available as generic orlistat 120mg capsules or branded Xenical 120mg, both contain the same active ingredient and provide clinically equivalent results when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
Our GPhC-registered pharmacy offers competitive pricing on both options. Generic orlistat provides excellent value at £32.99 for a 4-week supply (84 capsules), whilst branded Xenical costs £42.99 for the same quantity. With discount code EDM10, you'll save 10% on every order - making generic orlistat just £29.69 per month.
How Orlistat & Xenical Support Weight Management
Orlistat works locally in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes responsible for breaking down dietary fat. When these enzymes are blocked, approximately one third of the fat from your meals cannot be absorbed and passes naturally through your body. This may help reduce your calorie intake from dietary fat as part of a structured weight management programme.
The medicine is taken as one 120mg capsule three times daily with each main meal containing fat - immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. If you skip a meal or eat a fat-free meal, you can omit that dose. Treatment works best when your daily fat intake is kept low and spread evenly across three meals.
Choose Generic Orlistat or Branded Xenical
Both generic orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same dose, offering the same clinical effect. The key difference is cost - generic orlistat can save approximately £9-10 per month compared to Xenical. Some patients prefer the branded option, whilst others choose generic orlistat for its value.
Our pricing includes prescription costs and clinical assessment - no separate fees. Choose from 2-week starter packs (42 capsules) up to 12-week supplies (252 capsules). Longer treatment periods offer better value, with our 12-week generic orlistat supply costing £86.39 with EDM10 - equivalent to £28.80 per month.
Clinical Assessment & Prescription Process
Orlistat 120mg requires a prescription following clinical assessment. Our UK-licensed prescribers review your online health questionnaire, considering factors like your BMI, weight-related health conditions, and current medications. Treatment may be suitable for adults with BMI 30+ (obesity) or BMI 28+ with conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
The process is straightforward: complete your online consultation, receive prescriber review within hours, and your medication is dispensed by our Leicester-based pharmacy team. Next-day delivery ensures quick, discreet access to treatment without traditional GP waiting times.
Managing Treatment Effectively
Success with orlistat depends on maintaining a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. Keep fat intake to approximately 15g per meal to minimise gastrointestinal side effects whilst maximising the medicine's weight management support. Most patients experience the best results when combining treatment with regular physical activity and ongoing dietary support.
Like all prescription medicines, orlistat may cause side effects - primarily gastrointestinal symptoms linked to unabsorbed fat. These effects often reduce as you adapt to a lower-fat eating pattern. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime is recommended to support fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
