Xenical vs Orlistat: Which Offers Better Value?
Is Xenical Good for Weight Loss?
Xenical 120mg can be good for weight loss when used correctly alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. This prescription-only medicine works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed by your body. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system. Individual responses vary, but Xenical may help support weight management as part of a structured programme including dietary changes and increased physical activity.
Xenical vs Generic Orlistat: Same Effect, Different Price
Both Xenical and generic orlistat contain identical 120mg doses of the same active ingredient. They work in exactly the same way and produce the same clinical effects. The key difference is cost. At EverydayMeds, a 4-week supply of Xenical costs £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10), while generic orlistat costs £32.99 (£29.69 with EDM10). That's a saving of £9 per month when choosing generic orlistat with the same therapeutic benefit.
Save 10% on Every Order - No Loyalty Card Required
Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order, whether you're ordering for the first time or returning for repeat supplies. This discount applies to all pack sizes and both Xenical and orlistat options. A 12-week supply of Xenical drops from £128.99 to £116.09 with EDM10, while generic orlistat 12-week supply costs just £86.39 with the discount. Simply enter EDM10 at checkout every time you order.
How Xenical Works in Your Body
Xenical works locally in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes that break down dietary fat. When these enzymes are blocked, approximately one third of the fat you eat cannot be absorbed and passes through your body naturally. This mechanism helps reduce calorie intake from dietary fat when combined with a lower-fat diet. The medicine acts in your gut rather than being absorbed into your bloodstream in significant amounts.
Pack Sizes and Ongoing Savings
EverydayMeds stocks multiple pack sizes to suit different treatment durations. Xenical 42 capsules (2-week supply) costs £21.50 (£19.35 with EDM10), 84 capsules (4-week supply) costs £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10), and 168 capsules (8-week supply) costs £86.99 (£78.29 with EDM10). Larger packs offer better value per capsule, and with EDM10 working on every order, your savings compound with each repeat purchase.
Clinical Assessment and Next Day Delivery
Following an online clinical assessment by a UK-licensed prescriber, suitable patients can access Xenical or generic orlistat through our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy. Complete the health questionnaire, receive prescriber review, and benefit from next day delivery across the UK. Treatment is subject to prescriber approval based on individual suitability including BMI and health circumstances.
