Why Orlistat's Mechanism Makes It Effective
How Orlistat 120mg Blocks Fat Absorption
Orlistat works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your digestive system. These enzymes normally break down dietary fat so it can be absorbed into your body. When orlistat blocks these enzymes, approximately one third of the fat you eat cannot be digested or absorbed. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, reducing the calories absorbed from your meals.
Why This Mechanism Works for Weight Loss
By blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption, orlistat helps reduce your calorie intake from fat. Since fat contains 9 calories per gram (more than carbohydrates or protein), this reduction can support weight management when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. Generic orlistat 120mg provides this proven mechanism from £32.99 (£29.69 with EDM10) for 84 capsules.
Orlistat vs Xenical - Same Mechanism, Different Price
Both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg contain the same active ingredient at the same dose. They work through the identical mechanism - blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. The key difference is cost. Generic orlistat starts from £29.69 (4-week supply with EDM10), whilst Xenical costs £38.69 for the same period. Both require prescription following clinical assessment.
What to Expect When Orlistat Works
When orlistat blocks fat absorption, you may experience gastrointestinal effects including oily stools and increased bowel movements. These are signs the medication is working - the unabsorbed fat must exit your body. Keeping meals low in fat (approximately 15g per meal) helps minimise these effects whilst maintaining orlistat's weight management benefits.
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