Get Your Orlistat Prescription Online Today
Orlistat Timing: With Meals, Not Before Food
If you're wondering "can you take orlistat before food", the answer is no - orlistat should be taken with meals containing fat, not before eating. Each 120mg capsule works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption, so it needs to be taken immediately before, during, or up to one hour after each main meal. Taking orlistat before food on an empty stomach won't provide the intended effect.
Online Prescription Process - Simple & Secure
Getting your orlistat prescription through EverydayMeds is straightforward. Complete our online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and, where clinically appropriate, issues your prescription. This regulated process replaces the need for a face-to-face GP appointment while maintaining the same clinical standards.
Orlistat 120mg - Generic Prescription Option
Our most popular choice, generic orlistat 120mg offers excellent value for weight management support. Available in multiple pack sizes: 42 capsules (2 weeks) £16.89, 84 capsules (4 weeks) £32.99, 168 capsules (8 weeks) £63.99, or 252 capsules (12 weeks) £95.99. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order, reducing the 4-week supply to just £29.69. Each capsule contains the same active ingredient as branded alternatives at a lower cost.
Xenical 120mg - Branded Prescription Option
Some patients prefer branded Xenical 120mg, manufactured by Roche. Clinically equivalent to generic orlistat, Xenical provides the same fat-blocking effect. Pricing: 42 capsules £21.50, 84 capsules £42.99, 168 capsules £86.99, or 252 capsules £128.99. With EDM10 discount, the 4-week supply costs £38.69. The choice between generic orlistat and Xenical often comes down to personal preference and budget.
How Orlistat Works With Your Diet
Orlistat works locally in your digestive system, inhibiting lipase enzymes that break down dietary fat. When taken with meals containing fat, it prevents approximately one third of that fat from being absorbed. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body. This mechanism works best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet - keeping meals to around 15g fat each helps minimise gastrointestinal side effects while maximising effectiveness.
Who May Be Suitable for Prescription Orlistat
Orlistat 120mg may be prescribed for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or BMI 28 or above with weight-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Our prescribers assess each application individually, considering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. The online consultation ensures treatment is clinically appropriate for your circumstances.
GPhC-Registered Pharmacy Service
EverydayMeds operates as a fully GPhC-registered online pharmacy based in Leicester. All orlistat and Xenical supplies come through licensed UK pharmaceutical channels, ensuring authentic medication. Once your prescription is approved and dispensed, we offer next-day delivery across the UK in discreet packaging. Track your order online and receive your medication within 24 hours of dispatch.
