Private vs NHS Route: Faster Access to Orlistat
Can You Buy Orlistat Over the Counter?
Orlistat 120mg is prescription-only in the UK and cannot be bought over the counter. However, the private prescription route offers a faster alternative to NHS access, allowing you to complete an online clinical assessment without waiting for a GP appointment. Our UK-licensed prescribers can review your eligibility and issue a prescription where clinically appropriate, with treatment dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester.
Private Prescription Benefits
The private route eliminates NHS waiting times and provides convenient access to prescription-strength orlistat. Generic orlistat 120mg starts from £16.89 for a 2-week supply (42 capsules), or £15.20 with discount code EDM10. For extended treatment, our 12-week supply (252 capsules) costs £95.99, reduced to £86.39 with EDM10. This represents significant savings compared to multiple private GP consultations.
Product Options Available
We offer three orlistat options through private prescription: Generic orlistat 120mg provides the most cost-effective option, with 4-week supplies at £32.99 (£29.69 with EDM10). Branded Xenical 120mg offers the same clinical effect at £42.99 for 4 weeks (£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).
How Private Prescribing Works
Complete our online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information to determine clinical suitability. If appropriate, a prescription is issued and your chosen treatment is dispensed immediately. Orders are packaged discreetly and dispatched with next day delivery across the UK, eliminating the traditional NHS referral process.
Clinical Assessment Requirements
Orlistat is typically prescribed for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or 28 or above with weight-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Our prescribers assess individual suitability based on your health questionnaire responses. Treatment must always be combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity for optimal results.
Order Your Private Prescription
Start your clinical assessment today to access prescription-strength orlistat without NHS delays. All treatment is supplied by our GPhC-registered pharmacy with full regulatory compliance. Use code EDM10 for 10% off your order, whether you're a new or returning customer. Private prescription access puts you in control of your weight management timeline.
