How Often Should You Take Orlistat? Complete Dosing Guide
Orlistat Dosing: Three Times Daily with Meals
Orlistat 120mg is taken three times per day - one capsule with each main meal containing fat. Take one capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you skip a meal or eat a meal with no fat, you can skip that dose. This three-times-daily schedule means a 4-week supply (84 capsules) lasts exactly 28 days at £29.69 with EDM10 (was £32.99).
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Why Three Capsules Daily Works
Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption from each meal. Taking one capsule with each main meal ensures consistent fat-blocking throughout the day. The medication acts locally in your gut during digestion, so timing with meals is essential for effectiveness. Most patients find the three-times-daily routine becomes second nature within the first week of treatment.
Calculating Your Orlistat Supply
At three capsules daily, here's how long each pack lasts: 42 capsules = 2 weeks (£15.20 with EDM10), 84 capsules = 4 weeks (£29.69 with EDM10), 168 capsules = 8 weeks (£57.59 with EDM10), and 252 capsules = 12 weeks (£86.39 with EDM10). Many patients choose 8 or 12-week supplies for better value and fewer reorders.
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