Choose Your Ideal Orlistat Supply Length
How Orlistat 120mg Works in Your Body
Orlistat 120mg 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. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, reducing the calories absorbed from fatty foods. The mechanism is entirely local to your gut - orlistat is not absorbed into your bloodstream in significant amounts, making it different from appetite suppressants that affect your brain.
2-Week Supply: Perfect for Starting Treatment
Our 2-week orlistat supply (42 capsules) costs £16.89, or £15.20 with EDM10 code. This pack size is ideal if you're starting orlistat treatment and want to assess how your body responds to the medication. Many patients experience the most noticeable gastrointestinal side effects during their first two weeks as they adapt to eating a lower-fat diet. Starting with a 2-week supply allows you to evaluate tolerability before committing to longer treatment periods. Take one 120mg capsule with each main meal containing fat - up to three capsules daily.
4-Week Supply: The Popular Choice
The 4-week supply (84 capsules) at £32.99 (£29.69 with EDM10) represents our most popular pack size. This duration gives your body time to fully adapt to orlistat's mechanism while establishing sustainable dietary habits. Most patients find their side effects significantly reduce after the first two weeks as they learn to keep meals low in fat. A 4-week supply also allows you to monitor your weight loss progress and discuss ongoing treatment with your prescriber. You'll save £1.78 compared to buying two separate 2-week packs.
8-Week Supply: Enhanced Value and Consistency
Our 8-week supply (168 capsules) costs £63.99, reduced to £57.59 with EDM10 - saving you £6.38 compared to buying four 2-week packs. This extended supply suits patients who have already established tolerance to orlistat and want consistent treatment without frequent reordering. Eight weeks allows sufficient time to see meaningful weight loss progress when combined with your reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity. The longer supply ensures treatment continuity, which is essential for orlistat's effectiveness.
12-Week Supply: Maximum Savings and Commitment
The 12-week supply (252 capsules) offers exceptional value at £95.99, or £86.39 with EDM10 code. This represents a saving of £15.68 compared to buying six 2-week packs individually. A 12-week supply is perfect for committed patients who have successfully used orlistat previously or those beginning a structured weight management programme. This duration aligns with typical prescriber review periods and provides the consistency needed for optimal results. Clinical studies often measure orlistat effectiveness over 12-week periods, making this a clinically relevant treatment duration.
Comparing Generic Orlistat vs Branded Xenical
Both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg work identically - they contain the same active ingredient at the same dose. The key difference is cost. Generic orlistat 4-week supply costs £32.99 versus £42.99 for Xenical - a £10 saving per month. Both require prescription following clinical assessment and both block approximately one third of dietary fat absorption through the same lipase inhibition mechanism. Choose generic orlistat for maximum value or branded Xenical if you prefer the original formulation.
Your Online Prescription Process
Order any supply length through our streamlined online consultation. Complete our medical questionnaire covering your BMI, health history, and current medications. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and issues a prescription where clinically appropriate. We dispense your chosen pack size from our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester and dispatch with tracked next-day delivery. Remember to use code EDM10 for 10% off your total order - this applies to new and returning customers.
