How Our Online Prescription Process Works
How Does Orlistat Actually Work?
Orlistat 120mg works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your digestive system, blocking approximately one third of the dietary fat you eat from being absorbed. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, potentially reducing calorie intake from fat as part of a structured weight management programme. Orlistat acts locally in the gut rather than affecting your brain, making it different from appetite suppressants.
Clinical studies demonstrate that orlistat may help support weight management when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity. Individual responses vary, and treatment suitability is assessed through our online clinical consultation with UK-licensed prescribers.
Getting Your Orlistat Prescription Online
Our streamlined online prescription process eliminates the need for a face-to-face GP appointment. Simply complete our comprehensive health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A qualified UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and, where clinically appropriate, issues your prescription.
Choose from generic orlistat 120mg starting at £29.69 for 4 weeks (with EDM10), or branded Xenical 120mg at £38.69 for 4 weeks (with EDM10). Both contain identical active ingredients and provide the same clinical effect - the key difference is cost. Our GPhC-registered pharmacy dispenses all medications through licensed UK pharmaceutical supply chains.
Treatment Options and Pricing
We stock three orlistat options to suit different needs and budgets. Generic orlistat 120mg offers excellent value, with 8-week supplies from £57.59 and 12-week supplies from £86.39 (both with EDM10 discount). Branded Xenical 120mg provides the same clinical effect for those preferring the original formulation, priced at £78.29 for 8 weeks and £116.09 for 12 weeks with EDM10.
For those seeking a lower-strength option, Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat. Available in 8-week packs for £49.49 and 12-week supplies for £116.99 with our EDM10 discount code.
Clinical Assessment and Suitability
Orlistat may be suitable for adults with a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above, or those with a BMI of 28 kg/m² or above who have weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or elevated cholesterol. Our prescribers assess each application individually, considering your medical history, current medications, and treatment goals.
Not everyone will be eligible for orlistat treatment. Certain medical conditions, medications, or circumstances may affect suitability. Our online consultation captures this information, ensuring safe and appropriate prescribing decisions by qualified healthcare professionals.
Managing Treatment Effectively
Orlistat works most effectively when combined with a lower-fat diet containing no more than 30% of calories from fat. Keeping individual meals to approximately 15g of fat significantly reduces the likelihood of gastrointestinal side effects whilst maximising the medication's effectiveness.
Most patients experience some gastrointestinal effects initially, particularly if dietary fat intake remains high. These effects typically reduce as your diet adapts. We recommend taking a daily multivitamin supplement at bedtime to replace fat-soluble vitamins that may be reduced during treatment.
