Why Choose Private Prescription for Both Medications?
Fast-Track Your Weight Management Journey
When you need both orlistat for weight loss and metformin for diabetes management, waiting for NHS appointments can delay your treatment plan. Our private prescription service offers a faster alternative - get both medications assessed and prescribed by UK-licensed prescribers without the typical NHS waiting times.
How Our Combined Assessment Works
Our prescribers understand the interaction between orlistat and metformin. During your online consultation, they'll review both medications together to ensure they're suitable for your individual circumstances. This comprehensive approach means you can manage both your weight and blood sugar levels effectively with professional oversight.
Orlistat Options and Pricing
We stock both generic orlistat and branded Xenical, plus lower-strength Alli. Generic orlistat 120mg offers the most cost-effective option at £32.99 for 4 weeks (£29.69 with EDM10). Xenical 120mg provides the branded alternative at £42.99 for 4 weeks (£38.69 with EDM10). All contain the same active ingredient and work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption.
Why Patients Combine These Medications
Many people with type 2 diabetes find weight management challenging. Orlistat can support weight loss when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet, whilst metformin helps control blood sugar levels. Together, they may help address two key aspects of diabetes management - weight control and glucose regulation.
Private vs NHS Route Benefits
NHS orlistat prescriptions often involve lengthy waiting lists and strict eligibility criteria. Our private service bypasses these delays - complete your consultation online and receive your prescription within hours if clinically appropriate. You'll get the same MHRA-regulated medications from our GPhC-registered pharmacy, just faster and more conveniently.
Safety Considerations
Taking orlistat alongside metformin requires careful consideration of timing and potential interactions. Our prescribers will provide specific guidance on when to take each medication and how to monitor for any changes in blood sugar control. Regular monitoring remains important when using both treatments together.
