How to Take Orlistat - Private Prescription Process
When to Take Orlistat - Dosing Schedule
Orlistat 120mg should be taken as one capsule with each main meal containing fat, up to three times daily. Take each capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. If you skip a meal or eat a meal with no fat, you can skip that dose. This simple schedule works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when timed correctly with meals.
Private Prescription Benefits - Skip NHS Delays
Access orlistat through our private prescription service without NHS waiting lists or GP appointments. Our UK-licensed prescribers complete clinical assessments online, reviewing your BMI, medical history, and weight management goals. Generic orlistat 120mg costs just £29.69 per month with EDM10, while branded Xenical is £38.69 monthly. Both contain identical active ingredients and work the same way.
Orlistat vs Xenical vs Alli - Which Strength?
Orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg are prescription-only medicines with identical effects - the key difference is cost. Generic orlistat saves approximately £9 per month compared to branded Xenical. Alli 60mg is half-strength and available at £26.09 per month with EDM10. Your prescriber will recommend the most suitable option during your clinical assessment based on your individual circumstances and weight management needs.
How Our Private Prescription Process Works
Complete our online health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and BMI details. A qualified UK prescriber reviews your information and prescribes orlistat where clinically appropriate. We dispatch from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next-day tracked delivery. The entire process typically takes 24-48 hours from assessment to delivery - significantly faster than NHS routes.
Pricing and Pack Sizes Available
Choose from flexible pack sizes to suit your needs. Orlistat 120mg: 2 weeks (42 capsules) £15.20, 4 weeks (84 capsules) £29.69, 8 weeks (168 capsules) £57.59, or 12 weeks (252 capsules) £86.39 with EDM10. Xenical 120mg: 4 weeks £38.69, 8 weeks £78.29, 12 weeks £116.09 with discount. All prices include the private prescription - no additional consultation fees.
Taking Orlistat Safely and Effectively
Orlistat works best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet with no more than 15g fat per meal. This minimises gastrointestinal side effects while maximising effectiveness. Take a daily multivitamin at bedtime (2 hours after your last orlistat dose) as the medication may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Always follow your prescriber's guidance and report any concerning side effects.
