Choose Your Pack Size - Better Value on Longer Supply
Is Xenical An Appetite Suppressant?
No, Xenical is not an appetite suppressant. Xenical contains orlistat 120mg, which works in your digestive system by blocking approximately one third of the fat you eat from being absorbed. Unlike appetite suppressants that affect the brain, orlistat acts locally in the gut by inhibiting lipase enzymes. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, helping reduce calorie intake from dietary fat when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
Pack Size Options Available
We stock orlistat in multiple pack sizes to suit different treatment plans. Our 2-week packs (42 capsules) are perfect for starting treatment, whilst our 12-week supply (252 capsules) offers significant savings for ongoing use. Each capsule contains 120mg orlistat, taken three times daily with main meals containing fat.
Orlistat 120mg Generic - Best Value Option
Generic orlistat 120mg provides identical clinical effects to branded Xenical at lower cost. Available in: 2-week supply £16.89 (£15.20 with EDM10), 4-week supply £32.99 (£29.69 with EDM10), 8-week supply £63.99 (£57.59 with EDM10), 12-week supply £95.99 (£86.39 with EDM10). The 12-week pack saves over £20 compared to buying six 2-week packs separately.
Xenical 120mg Branded Option
Branded Xenical contains the same active ingredient as generic orlistat. Some patients prefer the original branded version manufactured by Roche. Xenical pricing: 2-week supply £21.50 (£19.35 with EDM10), 4-week supply £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10), 8-week supply £86.99 (£78.29 with EDM10), 12-week supply £128.99 (£116.09 with EDM10).
Alli 60mg Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat. Available in 4-week supply £28.99 (£26.09 with EDM10), 8-week supply £54.99 (£49.49 with EDM10), and 12-week supply £129.99 (£116.99 with EDM10). This lower dose may produce milder gastrointestinal side effects whilst still supporting weight management alongside dietary changes.
How To Choose Your Pack Size
Consider your treatment goals when selecting pack size. First-time users often start with 4-week supplies to assess tolerance, whilst experienced users prefer 8 or 12-week packs for better value. All orlistat products work by the same mechanism - blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. Your prescriber can advise on suitable pack size following clinical assessment.
Online Prescription Process
Complete our online health questionnaire for review by UK-licensed prescribers. Treatment is prescribed where clinically appropriate for adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related health conditions. Prescription included in price - no separate GP visit required. Dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester with next-day delivery available across the UK.
