Choose Your Prescription Weight Loss Treatment
How Orlistat Supports Weight Management
Orlistat works in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes that break down dietary fat. This means approximately one third of the fat you eat cannot be absorbed and passes naturally through your body. Unlike appetite suppressants, orlistat acts locally in the gut rather than affecting your brain, making it a clinically studied option for weight management when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
Treatment Options Available
We offer three prescription weight loss options following clinical assessment. Generic orlistat 120mg provides the most cost-effective choice at £32.99 for a 4-week supply (£29.69 with code EDM10). Xenical 120mg contains the identical active ingredient but as the branded version costs £42.99 for 4 weeks (£38.69 with EDM10). Alli 60mg offers a lower-strength option at £28.99 for 4 weeks (£26.09 with EDM10). All contain the same active ingredient but at different strengths.
Online Prescription Process
Getting started is straightforward. Complete our confidential online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and determines if treatment is clinically appropriate. If approved, your prescription is dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and dispatched with tracked next day delivery. The prescription is included in the price - no separate GP appointment needed.
Who May Be Suitable
Orlistat may be suitable for adults aged 18 or over with a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above, or those with a BMI of 28 kg/m² or above with weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. However, suitability depends on individual circumstances and is determined through clinical assessment. Not everyone will be eligible, and treatment must always be combined with dietary and lifestyle changes for optimal results.
Managing Treatment Effectively
Success with orlistat depends on keeping your fat intake low - approximately 15g per meal spread across three main meals. This approach minimises gastrointestinal side effects while maximising the medication's effectiveness. Most side effects are gut-related and directly linked to dietary fat intake. Taking a daily multivitamin at bedtime is recommended as orlistat may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Your prescriber will provide detailed guidance on diet and lifestyle changes.
Pricing and Savings
Our pricing makes prescription weight loss treatment accessible. A 12-week supply of generic orlistat costs £95.99 (£86.39 with EDM10), while Xenical 12-week supply is £128.99 (£116.09 with EDM10). Choosing generic orlistat over Xenical saves approximately £30 per 12-week course while providing identical clinical effects. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order - available for both new and returning customers. Start your assessment today.
