Private Prescription Orlistat: Faster Access Without GP
Taking Orlistat 120mg: Dosing and Timing
Orlistat 120mg capsules are taken three times daily with each main meal containing fat. Take one capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. If you miss a meal or eat a meal with no fat, you can skip that dose. Never take more than three capsules per day. This dosing schedule applies to both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg - they contain identical active ingredients at the same dose.
Private vs NHS Route: Why Choose Online Prescription
While orlistat is available on the NHS, it's subject to eligibility criteria and waiting times. Our private prescription service provides faster access without a GP appointment. Following an online clinical assessment by a UK-licensed prescriber, orlistat can be prescribed where clinically appropriate and dispatched from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy the same day.
Orlistat Pricing: Generic vs Branded Options
Generic orlistat 120mg offers excellent value: 84 capsules (4-week supply) costs £32.99, reduced to £29.69 with code EDM10. Branded Xenical 120mg provides the same clinical effect at £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10). Both contain identical orlistat 120mg per capsule - the key difference is cost. Alli 60mg, the lower-strength option, costs £54.99 for 84 capsules (8-week supply) or £49.49 with discount code EDM10.
How Orlistat Works in Your Body
Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of the dietary fat you eat. It inhibits lipase enzymes in your gut, preventing fat absorption. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system. This mechanism means orlistat works best when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet - keeping meals to around 15g fat each helps minimise gastrointestinal side effects while maximising effectiveness.
Managing Your Diet While Taking Orlistat
Spread your daily fat intake evenly across three main meals, aiming for no more than 15g fat per meal. High-fat meals significantly increase the likelihood of side effects including oily stools, oily spotting, and urgent bowel movements. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime is recommended, as orlistat may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
Clinical Assessment and Suitability
Orlistat 120mg requires a prescription following clinical assessment. It may be suitable for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or BMI 28 or above with weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Our online consultation replaces the need for a face-to-face GP appointment while maintaining the same clinical standards.
Order Your Private Prescription Today
Start your clinical assessment now for same-day prescriber review. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order, with next day delivery available across the UK. Our MHRA-regulated supply chain ensures you receive genuine medication dispensed by qualified UK pharmacists.
