Why Orlistat's Mechanism Makes It Worth Buying
How Orlistat 120mg Works in Your Body
Orlistat works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your digestive system. These enzymes normally break down dietary fat so it can be absorbed into your bloodstream. When orlistat blocks these enzymes, approximately one third of the fat you eat cannot be digested or absorbed. Instead, this unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body and is eliminated.
This mechanism is why orlistat is so effective for weight management - it directly reduces the calories your body absorbs from dietary fat. Generic orlistat 120mg costs just £29.69 for 4 weeks with code EDM10, while branded Xenical costs £38.69 for the same period. Both contain identical 120mg doses and work exactly the same way.
Why the Mechanism Proves Orlistat Works
Unlike appetite suppressants that work in the brain, orlistat's action is mechanical and measurable. You can see it working through changes in bowel movements - this is actually proof the medication is blocking fat absorption. The more fat in your meal, the more noticeable the effect, which is why keeping meals low in fat (around 15g per meal) optimises results and minimises side effects.
For longer treatment courses, our 8-week supply (168 capsules) costs £57.59 with EDM10, while 12 weeks (252 capsules) costs £86.39. Many patients find the 8-12 week packs offer better value while allowing time to establish new eating habits.
Orlistat vs Xenical vs Alli - Same Mechanism, Different Strengths
All three products work via the same fat-blocking mechanism, but at different strengths. Orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg are identical in effect - both prescription-only medicines that block approximately one third of dietary fat. Alli 60mg provides half the dose, making it a gentler option but with reduced fat-blocking capability.
Our pricing reflects these differences: generic orlistat offers the best value at £95.99 for 12 weeks (£86.39 with EDM10), Xenical costs £128.99 (£116.09 with EDM10), while Alli 60mg costs £129.99 (£116.99 with EDM10) for the same duration.
Getting Started with Orlistat Today
Understanding how orlistat works should give you confidence in its effectiveness. Our UK-licensed prescribers assess suitability through a comprehensive online consultation, ensuring orlistat is appropriate for your individual circumstances. Following prescriber approval, we dispatch from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next-day delivery across the UK.
Ready to harness orlistat's proven fat-blocking mechanism? Start your online consultation now and join thousands who've chosen EverydayMeds for convenient, regulated access to weight management medication.
