Foods to Avoid When Taking Orlistat
When taking orlistat for weight management, certain high-fat foods should be avoided or severely limited to prevent uncomfortable gastrointestinal side effects. Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption, so consuming high-fat meals can lead to oily stools, urgent bowel movements, and abdominal discomfort. Our prescription orlistat 120mg from £16.89 (£15.20 with EDM10) works most effectively when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
High-Fat Foods to Eliminate
Avoid fried foods, fatty meats, full-fat dairy products, nuts, seeds, oils, butter, margarine, pastries, cakes, biscuits, chocolate, and takeaway meals. These foods contain high levels of fat that can trigger severe side effects when taking orlistat. Keep each meal to approximately 15g of fat or less. Our online prescribers provide detailed dietary guidance with every orlistat prescription to ensure optimal results.
Orlistat UK Pricing and Options
Choose from three effective options: generic orlistat 120mg (4 weeks £29.69 with EDM10), branded Xenical 120mg (4 weeks £38.69 with EDM10), or lower-strength Alli 60mg (4 weeks £26.09 with EDM10). All contain the same active ingredient but vary in strength and cost. Our UK-licensed prescribers will recommend the most suitable option during your online clinical assessment.
Managing Your Diet for Success
Successful weight management with orlistat requires spreading your daily fat intake evenly across three main meals. Avoid skipping meals, then eating large high-fat portions. Instead, plan balanced meals with lean proteins, vegetables, and complex carbohydrates whilst keeping fat content low. Take a multivitamin supplement at bedtime to replace fat-soluble vitamins that may not be absorbed whilst taking orlistat.
Order Your Prescription Today
Our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester supplies all orlistat treatments with next day delivery across the UK. Complete our online health questionnaire for review by qualified UK prescribers. If clinically appropriate, your prescription will be issued and dispatched the same day. Use code EDM10 for 10% off your order. Start your medically-supervised weight management programme today.
