Choose Your Orlistat Pack Size - Best Value Options
Does Orlistat Work on Carbohydrates?
Orlistat does not work on carbs. The medication works by blocking lipase enzymes in your digestive system, preventing approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed. Carbohydrate calories from bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, and sugar are not affected by orlistat - these are still fully absorbed and contribute to your daily calorie intake. This is why maintaining a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet alongside orlistat is essential for effective weight management.
Orlistat Pack Sizes at EverydayMeds
We offer flexible pack sizes to match your treatment plan. Generic orlistat 120mg is available in 2-week (42 capsules, £15.20 with EDM10), 4-week (84 capsules, £29.69 with EDM10), 8-week (168 capsules, £57.59 with EDM10), and 12-week supplies (252 capsules, £86.39 with EDM10). Longer packs provide better value - the 12-week supply costs just £1.03 per day compared to £1.08 for shorter supplies.
Xenical vs Generic Orlistat Pack Options
Branded Xenical 120mg contains the same active ingredient as generic orlistat at identical doses. Xenical 2-week packs cost £19.35 with EDM10, whilst 4-week supplies are £38.69, 8-week £78.29, and 12-week £116.09. Both options require the same clinical assessment and provide equivalent fat-blocking effects. Generic orlistat offers savings of approximately £30 per 12-week course compared to Xenical.
Alli 60mg Lower-Strength Option
Alli 60mg provides half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat. Available in 4-week (£26.09 with EDM10), 8-week (£49.49), and 12-week packs (£116.99). Alli may suit those preferring a lower-strength starting option, though it blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat compared to 120mg formulations.
How to Choose Your Pack Size
Consider your treatment timeline when selecting pack sizes. First-time users often start with 4 or 8-week supplies to assess tolerance and effectiveness. Established users typically choose 12-week packs for convenience and cost savings. Remember that orlistat works best alongside consistent dietary changes - longer treatment periods allow better habit formation and sustained weight management.
Online Prescription Process
All orlistat 120mg and Xenical require clinical assessment by UK-licensed prescribers. Complete our online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. Following prescriber approval, your chosen pack size is dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly with next-day tracking.
