Why Choose Private Prescription for Orlistat?
Private vs NHS Route for Weight Loss Medication
Whilst orlistat is available on the NHS, many patients choose the private prescription route through EverydayMeds to avoid waiting lists and access treatment faster. Our online clinical assessment replaces the need for a face-to-face GP appointment, allowing you to complete your consultation at home and receive your medication within days rather than weeks.
Three Options Available with Private Prescription
Following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers, you may be prescribed orlistat 120mg (generic), Xenical 120mg (branded), or Alli 60mg depending on your individual circumstances. Generic orlistat 120mg offers the most cost-effective option at £29.69 for 4 weeks with EDM10, whilst Xenical 120mg provides the branded alternative at £38.69 for 4 weeks with EDM10. Both contain identical active ingredients and work in exactly the same way.
How Private Prescription Works
Complete our secure online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A qualified UK prescriber reviews your information and determines whether orlistat is clinically appropriate for you. If approved, your prescription is dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy and dispatched for next day delivery. The entire process typically takes 24-48 hours from assessment to delivery.
Clinical Assessment Requirements
Private prescription orlistat requires the same clinical standards as NHS prescribing. Our prescribers assess suitability based on BMI, medical history, and individual health circumstances. You may be suitable if you have a BMI of 30 or above, or a BMI of 28 or above with weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. All assessments are conducted by UK-licensed healthcare professionals.
Cost Comparison and Savings
Private prescription eliminates NHS prescription charges whilst providing faster access. A 12-week supply of generic orlistat costs £86.39 with EDM10 compared to £116.09 for branded Xenical with EDM10. Many patients find the convenience and speed of private prescription worth the additional cost, particularly when avoiding multiple GP appointments and pharmacy visits.
Regulated Supply and Safety Standards
EverydayMeds operates under the same regulatory standards as high street pharmacies. We're GPhC-registered, source all medication through licensed UK pharmaceutical suppliers, and follow MHRA guidelines. Your private prescription receives identical safety checks and quality controls as NHS prescriptions. All medication is dispensed in original manufacturer packaging with full patient information leaflets included.
