How Private Prescriptions Work for Weight Management
Understanding How Orlistat Works on Fat
Orlistat (including branded Xenical) doesn't work on existing stored fat in your body. Instead, it blocks approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed during meals. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system. This mechanism may support weight management when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet, as it reduces the calories absorbed from dietary fat intake.
Private vs NHS Prescription Route
While orlistat is available on the NHS, private prescriptions offer faster access without waiting lists. Our UK-licensed prescribers conduct online clinical assessments, reviewing your eligibility within hours rather than weeks. This regulated process maintains the same clinical standards as face-to-face consultations while providing convenient access to weight management medication.
Orlistat Options and Pricing
We offer three orlistat options through private prescription. Generic orlistat 120mg provides the most cost-effective choice at £32.99 for a 4-week supply (£29.69 with EDM10). Branded Xenical 120mg contains identical active ingredients at £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10). For those preferring lower-strength treatment, Alli 60mg is available at £28.99 for a 4-week supply (£26.09 with EDM10).
Clinical Assessment Requirements
All orlistat prescriptions require clinical assessment by qualified healthcare professionals. Our online questionnaire covers your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. UK-licensed prescribers review each application individually, ensuring treatment suitability before issuing prescriptions. This process typically takes hours rather than the weeks often required for NHS appointments.
What to Expect During Treatment
Orlistat works best alongside a lower-fat diet containing approximately 30% of calories from fat. Most patients experience gastrointestinal effects, particularly when consuming high-fat meals - these indicate the medication is working by preventing fat absorption. Taking orlistat three times daily with main meals provides consistent fat-blocking effects throughout your eating schedule.
Ordering Your Private Prescription
Complete our online clinical assessment to begin your private prescription journey. Following prescriber approval, we dispense your chosen orlistat medication from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy. All orders include next-day tracked delivery in discreet packaging. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order, making private healthcare more affordable than many expect.
