Complete Guide: Taking Orlistat Safely and Effectively
How to Take Orlistat 120mg Correctly
Orlistat 120mg capsules should be taken three times daily with each main meal containing fat. Take one capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after each meal. If you skip a meal or eat a meal with no fat, you can omit that dose. This prescription weight loss medication works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your gut, blocking approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed into your body.
Orlistat vs Xenical vs Alli: Which Strength is Right for You?
Generic orlistat 120mg offers excellent value from £15.20 per fortnight with EDM10, whilst branded Xenical 120mg provides the same clinical effect from £19.35. Both contain identical active ingredients and require prescription following clinical assessment. Alli 60mg is a lower-strength option available from £26.09, offering a gentler introduction to fat-blocking treatment for weight management support.
Essential Diet Guidelines While Taking Orlistat
Success with orlistat depends on following a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. Limit fat intake to approximately 15g per meal to minimise gastrointestinal side effects and maximise weight management potential. Spread your daily fat allowance evenly across three main meals. High-fat meals significantly increase the likelihood of oily stools and other gut-related side effects, so dietary discipline is essential for comfortable treatment.
Pack Sizes and Treatment Duration
Orlistat is available in convenient pack sizes: 42 capsules (2 weeks) from £15.20, 84 capsules (4 weeks) from £29.69, 168 capsules (8 weeks) from £57.59, or 252 capsules (12 weeks) from £86.39 with EDM10. Most patients benefit from 12-week treatment courses, allowing time for sustainable weight management habits to develop alongside the medication's fat-blocking action.
Getting Your Prescription Online
EverydayMeds' streamlined process makes accessing orlistat simple. Complete an online health questionnaire covering your medical history, BMI, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and issues a prescription where clinically appropriate. Your medication is then dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly with next day tracked delivery. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
