Compare Orlistat Options: Start Your Assessment
Key Differences: Alli 60mg vs Orlistat 120mg
The primary difference between Alli and prescription orlistat lies in strength and access requirements. Orlistat 120mg capsules require a prescription following clinical assessment, whilst Alli 60mg is half the prescription dose. Both contain the same active ingredient - orlistat - which works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption in your digestive system.
Prescription orlistat 120mg is clinically more potent, blocking a greater proportion of dietary fat compared to Alli's lower 60mg dose. At EverydayMeds, orlistat 120mg costs £32.99 for 4 weeks (£29.69 with EDM10), whilst Alli 60mg costs £28.99 for 4 weeks (£26.09 with EDM10). Your prescriber will determine which strength may be most suitable following your online consultation.
Online Prescription Process: How It Works
Getting your orlistat prescription online is straightforward. Complete our comprehensive health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and determines treatment suitability based on clinical guidelines. If appropriate, your prescription is issued and medication dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester.
The entire process typically takes 24-48 hours from consultation to dispatch. Your prescription is included in the price - no separate GP appointment needed. This regulated pathway ensures you receive genuine, MHRA-approved medication whilst maintaining the same safety standards as traditional prescribing.
Orlistat vs Xenical: Generic vs Branded Options
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same dose. The clinical effect is equivalent - the key difference is cost. Generic orlistat offers substantial savings: £32.99 for 4 weeks compared to Xenical's £42.99, saving approximately £10 monthly with identical therapeutic benefit.
Some patients prefer branded Xenical manufactured by Roche, whilst others choose generic orlistat for value. Your prescriber can discuss which option suits your preferences during the consultation process. Both require the same prescription pathway and clinical assessment.
Treatment Support: Maximising Your Results
Orlistat works best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet with no more than 15g fat per meal. This approach minimises gastrointestinal side effects whilst optimising treatment effectiveness. Our prescribers provide comprehensive guidance on dietary management, supplement recommendations, and monitoring during treatment.
Most patients find side effects reduce significantly when keeping meals low in fat. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime helps maintain adequate fat-soluble vitamin levels. Your treatment plan includes ongoing support to help achieve your weight management goals safely and effectively.
Pricing and Delivery Options
EverydayMeds offers competitive pricing across all orlistat products. Orlistat 120mg: 2 weeks £16.89 (£15.20 EDM10), 4 weeks £32.99 (£29.69 EDM10), 8 weeks £63.99 (£57.59 EDM10), 12 weeks £95.99 (£86.39 EDM10). Xenical 120mg: 2 weeks £21.50 (£19.35 EDM10), 4 weeks £42.99 (£38.69 EDM10). Code EDM10 provides 10% off every order for new and returning customers.
Next-day delivery is available nationwide with discrete packaging. All medication is sourced through licensed UK pharmaceutical supply chains and dispensed by qualified pharmacists. Start your consultation today to access regulated orlistat treatment with prescription included.
