The Science Behind Orlistat's Fat-Blocking Action
How Orlistat Blocks Fat Absorption
Orlistat works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your digestive system that normally 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 system, reducing the calories your body stores from fatty foods.
Why Both Orlistat and Xenical Work Identically
The mechanism of action is identical whether you choose generic orlistat 120mg or branded Xenical 120mg. Both contain the same active ingredient at the same dose, blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption through the same lipase inhibition process. Generic orlistat offers this proven fat-blocking action from just £29.69 per month with EDM10, while Xenical provides the same clinical effect at £38.69 monthly.
Local Action in Your Gut
Unlike appetite suppressants that affect your brain, orlistat acts locally in your digestive system. It's not significantly absorbed into your bloodstream, instead working directly where fat digestion occurs. This targeted mechanism explains why orlistat's side effects are primarily gastrointestinal and directly related to the amount of fat in your meals.
Proven Fat Absorption Results
Clinical studies demonstrate orlistat consistently blocks approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when taken with meals containing fat. The remaining two thirds of fat is digested normally. This selective blocking action means orlistat works best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet where each meal contains no more than 15g of fat.
Order Orlistat Today - Same Mechanism, Better Value
Now you understand how orlistat's fat-blocking mechanism works, you can choose between identical clinical effectiveness at different price points. Generic orlistat 120mg starts from £15.20 for 2 weeks with EDM10, while Xenical costs £19.35 for the same period. Both require online clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers and are dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next day delivery available.
