Orlistat vs Xenical: Which Should You Choose?
Identical Active Ingredient, Different Prices
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain exactly the same active ingredient at the same dose. The key difference lies in cost - generic orlistat offers significant savings whilst delivering identical clinical effects. At EverydayMeds, orlistat 120mg costs £32.99 for 84 capsules (4-week supply), reduced to £29.69 with code EDM10. Xenical 120mg costs £42.99 for the same 84 capsules, reduced to £38.69 with EDM10 - a £9 monthly difference.
What Can I Eat With Both Orlistat and Xenical?
Your diet requirements are identical whether you choose orlistat or Xenical. Both medications work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption, making low-fat meals essential. Keep each meal to maximum 15g fat content to minimise gastrointestinal side effects. Suitable foods include lean proteins like grilled chicken or fish, vegetables, fruits, and low-fat dairy products. Avoid high-fat foods like fried meals, fatty meat cuts, creamy sauces, and full-fat cheese which can trigger oily stools and urgent bowel movements.
Choosing Between Generic and Branded Options
Some patients prefer branded Xenical from Roche for peace of mind, whilst others choose generic orlistat for value. Both undergo the same UK regulatory standards and deliver identical weight management support alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. For those preferring lower-strength options, Alli 60mg provides half the dose at £49.49 for 8 weeks with EDM10. Your choice depends on budget preferences rather than clinical differences.
Online Prescription Process
Whether choosing orlistat or Xenical, both require prescription-only access through clinical assessment. Complete our online health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and BMI information. Our UK-licensed prescribers review applications within 24 hours, prescribing where clinically appropriate for adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related health conditions. Treatment is dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next day tracked delivery across the UK.
Managing Your Diet Successfully
Success with either orlistat or Xenical depends on consistent low-fat eating patterns. Spread daily fat intake evenly across three main meals, avoiding high-fat snacks. Take one capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after each main meal containing fat. If a meal contains no fat or is missed, skip that dose. Both medications may reduce fat-soluble vitamin absorption, so take a daily multivitamin supplement at bedtime, at least 2 hours after your last dose.
Order Today with 10% Discount
Buy orlistat 120mg from £15.20 for 2 weeks or Xenical from £19.35 with code EDM10. Longer supplies offer better value - 12-week orlistat costs £86.39 versus Xenical at £116.09 with EDM10. All orders include prescription, clinical assessment, and discreet next day delivery from our regulated UK pharmacy.
