Private Orlistat Prescription - Fast UK Access
How to Take Orlistat Properly for Best Results
Proper use of orlistat is essential for effective weight management. Take one 120mg capsule three times daily with each main meal containing fat. You can take it immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. If you skip a meal or eat something with no fat, you can skip that dose. Never exceed three capsules per day.
The key to using orlistat properly is maintaining a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. Keep each meal to approximately 15g of fat to minimise gastrointestinal side effects. Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption - higher fat meals increase the likelihood of side effects like oily stools and abdominal discomfort.
Private Prescription Benefits vs NHS Route
Accessing orlistat through a private prescription eliminates NHS waiting times and appointment delays. Our UK-licensed prescribers can assess your suitability online and issue a prescription where clinically appropriate. This process typically takes hours rather than weeks, giving you faster access to weight management support.
Generic orlistat 120mg costs £29.69 for 4 weeks with code EDM10, while branded Xenical 120mg costs £38.69 for the same period. Both contain identical active ingredients and work in exactly the same way. Alli 60mg offers a lower-strength option at £26.09 for 4 weeks.
Choosing Between Orlistat, Xenical and Alli
Orlistat 120mg (generic) and Xenical 120mg (branded) are prescription-only medicines containing the same active ingredient at identical doses. The clinical effect is equivalent - the main difference is cost. Generic orlistat offers significant savings, with 12 weeks costing £86.39 compared to £116.09 for Xenical with EDM10 discount.
Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat and is less potent. It may be suitable for those preferring a lower-strength starting point, though it blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat absorption.
What to Expect When Starting Treatment
Most people experience gastrointestinal side effects when starting orlistat, particularly if dietary fat intake remains high. These effects include oily stools, increased bowel movement frequency, and urgent need to open bowels. These are signs the medication is working by preventing fat absorption.
To minimise side effects while using orlistat properly, spread your daily fat intake evenly across three main meals and consider taking a daily multivitamin at bedtime. The vitamin should be taken at least 2 hours after your last orlistat dose, as the medication may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
Order Your Private Prescription Today
Complete our online clinical assessment to see if orlistat is suitable for you. Our UK-licensed prescribers review applications quickly, and approved prescriptions are dispensed from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next day delivery available. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
