Why Orlistat's Mechanism Makes It Effective
How Orlistat Blocks Fat Absorption
Orlistat works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your digestive system. These enzymes are responsible for breaking down dietary fat so it can be absorbed into your body. 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 digestive system and is excreted from the body. The remaining two thirds of dietary fat is still processed normally, which is why orlistat must be used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet for optimal results.
Why This Mechanism Is Effective
Understanding how orlistat works explains why it's clinically proven for weight management. By reducing fat absorption by approximately one third, you're automatically reducing your calorie intake from dietary fat. This creates a calorie deficit that can support weight loss when combined with dietary and lifestyle changes. Our orlistat 120mg 84-capsule pack provides exactly 4 weeks of treatment at £32.99, reduced to £29.69 with discount code EDM10.
Local Action in the Gut
Unlike stimulant-based weight loss medications, orlistat acts locally in your digestive system and is not significantly absorbed into your bloodstream. This targeted approach means it works directly where fat digestion occurs. The medicine is taken three times daily with main meals containing fat – one capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. Our 84-capsule supply is calculated based on this dosing schedule: 3 capsules daily × 28 days = 84 capsules for a complete month.
Orlistat vs Xenical: Same Mechanism, Different Price
Both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg work through the same fat-blocking mechanism. They contain identical active ingredients at the same dose, providing equivalent clinical effects. The key difference is cost – our generic orlistat 84 capsules cost £32.99 compared to Xenical 84 capsules at £42.99. Both benefit from our EDM10 discount code, saving you 10% on every order. For those preferring a lower-strength option, Alli 60mg provides half the dose with typically milder side effects.
Order Today – Prescription Included
Now you understand how orlistat blocks approximately one third of dietary fat absorption, you can order with confidence. Following a quick online clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers, your orlistat 120mg will be dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester and delivered discreetly to your address. Choose from our range of pack sizes: 84 capsules (4-week supply) at £32.99, 168 capsules (8-week supply) at £63.99, or 252 capsules (12-week supply) at £95.99. Remember to use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
