Compare Orlistat Options and Choose Your Treatment
Prescription Weight Loss Treatment: Orlistat vs Xenical
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients and deliver the same clinical effect - blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. The key difference lies in cost and branding. Generic orlistat offers excellent value at £32.99 for 4 weeks (£29.69 with EDM10), whilst branded Xenical costs £42.99 for the same period (£38.69 with EDM10). Both require prescription following clinical assessment and work alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet to support weight management in suitable adults.
How Prescription Orlistat Supports Weight Loss
Orlistat works locally in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes responsible for breaking down dietary fat. This prevents approximately one third of consumed fat from being absorbed, with unabsorbed fat passing naturally through the body. Unlike appetite suppressants, orlistat doesn't affect your brain chemistry - it simply reduces calorie absorption from fatty foods. Most effective when meals contain no more than 15g fat each, helping minimise gastrointestinal side effects whilst supporting your weight management goals.
Treatment Options and Pricing
Choose from flexible supply periods to suit your weight loss journey. Orlistat 120mg: 2 weeks £16.89, 4 weeks £32.99, 8 weeks £63.99, or 12 weeks £95.99. Xenical 120mg: 2 weeks £21.50, 4 weeks £42.99, 8 weeks £86.99, or 12 weeks £128.99. Alli 60mg (lower strength): 4 weeks £28.99, 8 weeks £54.99, or 12 weeks £129.99. Apply code EDM10 at checkout for 10% discount on all orders. Treatment suitability assessed individually by UK-licensed prescribers following online consultation.
Who May Be Suitable for Prescription Orlistat
Orlistat may be prescribed for adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or elevated cholesterol. Clinical assessment determines individual suitability, considering medical history, current medications, and treatment goals. Not suitable during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or for under-18s. Most patients experience gastrointestinal side effects initially, particularly when consuming high-fat meals, but these typically reduce as dietary habits adapt.
Safe Online Prescription Process
Complete our confidential health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. UK-licensed prescribers review your information, issuing prescriptions where clinically appropriate. Orders are dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly nationwide with next-day options available. This regulated process ensures the same safety standards as traditional GP prescriptions whilst offering convenient access to prescription weight loss treatment.
