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Private Prescription Orlistat - Faster Than NHS Route
Accessing orlistat through the NHS often involves lengthy waiting lists and multiple GP appointments. Our private prescription service provides a regulated alternative, allowing you to start treatment immediately following an online clinical assessment by a UK-licensed prescriber. Generic orlistat 120mg is available from £86.39 for 12 weeks with code EDM10, offering significant savings compared to branded alternatives whilst providing identical clinical effects.
What Results Can You Expect in 3 Months?
Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption, supporting weight management when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. Individual responses vary significantly, but the medication may help reduce the amount of dietary fat absorbed throughout your 12-week treatment programme. Your prescriber will provide guidance on realistic expectations based on your individual circumstances, BMI, and commitment to dietary changes.
Orlistat vs Xenical - Clinical Equivalence at Lower Cost
Generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same dose. The key difference is cost - generic orlistat costs £86.39 for 12 weeks compared to Xenical at £116.09 with EDM10. Both products work by inhibiting lipase enzymes in the gut, preventing approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed. Unabsorbed fat passes naturally through the digestive system, reducing overall calorie intake from fat.
How Our Private Prescription Service Works
Complete a comprehensive online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A qualified UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and determines treatment suitability based on NICE guidelines. If appropriate, your prescription is issued immediately and dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester. Orlistat 120mg is dispatched with tracked, next-day delivery in discreet packaging.
Treatment Options and Pricing
We offer flexible treatment durations to suit your weight management goals. Orlistat 120mg is available as 42 capsules (2 weeks) for £15.20, 84 capsules (4 weeks) for £29.69, 168 capsules (8 weeks) for £57.59, or 252 capsules (12 weeks) for £86.39 with code EDM10. For patients preferring branded medication, Xenical 120mg follows the same dosing schedule at higher pricing. Alli 60mg provides a lower-strength option for those wanting to start with half the prescription dose.
Managing Side Effects During Treatment
Most orlistat side effects are gastrointestinal and directly related to dietary fat intake. Keeping meals to approximately 15g fat each significantly reduces the likelihood of oily stools, fatty discharge, and abdominal discomfort. These effects indicate the medication is working by preventing fat absorption. Your prescriber will provide detailed dietary guidance to minimise side effects whilst maximising treatment benefits throughout your 3-month programme.
