Why Orlistat's Fat-Blocking Mechanism Keeps Working
How Orlistat Blocks Fat Absorption
Orlistat works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your gut that break down dietary fat. When these enzymes are blocked, approximately one third of the fat you eat cannot be digested or absorbed into your body. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system. The mechanism is simple but effective - orlistat acts locally in your gut, not your brain, making it fundamentally different from appetite suppressants.
Why The Mechanism Doesn't Stop Working
Unlike medications that your body may develop tolerance to, orlistat's fat-blocking mechanism remains consistent. Each time you take a capsule with a fat-containing meal, it blocks approximately one third of that meal's fat content. The effect is directly related to the fat in each individual meal - this is why orlistat continues working effectively throughout your treatment period.
Orlistat 120mg: Proven Fat-Blocking Power
Generic orlistat 120mg offers the most cost-effective access to this proven mechanism. At EverydayMeds, a 4-week supply (84 capsules) costs £32.99, or just £29.69 with code EDM10. This provides one month of fat-blocking support at under £1 per day. Each capsule contains 120mg of orlistat - the full prescription strength that blocks approximately one third of dietary fat when taken three times daily with meals.
Xenical vs Generic Orlistat: Same Mechanism
Xenical 120mg contains identical orlistat to generic versions, working through the exact same fat-blocking mechanism. The clinical effect is identical - both block approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. Xenical costs £42.99 for 84 capsules (£38.69 with EDM10), while generic orlistat provides the same mechanism for £29.69 with EDM10. Many patients choose generic orlistat for the £9 monthly saving whilst accessing identical fat-blocking power.
Alli 60mg: Lower-Dose Fat Blocking
Alli contains 60mg orlistat - half the prescription dose but working through the same proven mechanism. While it blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat compared to 120mg versions, the fat-blocking mechanism remains consistent. Alli costs £28.99 for a 4-week supply (£26.09 with EDM10), offering an accessible entry point to orlistat's fat-blocking benefits.
Maximising Orlistat's Effectiveness
To ensure orlistat keeps working optimally, take one capsule with each main meal containing fat. Skip doses when meals contain no fat. Keep each meal under 15g fat to minimise side effects while allowing orlistat's mechanism to work effectively. The fat-blocking effect occurs with every dose - consistency is key to sustained results alongside your reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
Order Your Orlistat Today
Now you understand how orlistat's fat-blocking mechanism works, you can access this proven treatment through EverydayMeds. Complete our online clinical assessment for review by UK-licensed prescribers. Generic orlistat from £15.20, Xenical from £19.35, or Alli from £26.09 - all with 10% off using code EDM10. Next day delivery available across the UK from our GPhC-registered pharmacy.
