Which Should You Choose: Generic Orlistat or Xenical?
Generic Orlistat vs Xenical: What's the Difference?
When choosing orlistat weight loss medication, you have two prescription options: generic orlistat 120mg or branded Xenical 120mg. Both contain identical active ingredient (orlistat) at the same 120mg dose. The clinical effect is identical - both block approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. The main difference is cost, with generic orlistat offering significant savings.
Price Comparison: Orlistat vs Xenical
Generic orlistat 120mg costs £32.99 for 84 capsules (4-week supply), or £29.69 with EDM10 discount code. Xenical 120mg costs £42.99 for the same 84 capsules, or £38.69 with EDM10. That's a £9 monthly saving choosing generic orlistat. For 12-week supplies, orlistat costs £86.39 vs Xenical at £116.09 (with EDM10) - saving £29.70 per 12-week course.
Why Choose Generic Orlistat 120mg?
Generic orlistat offers the same clinical benefits as Xenical at a lower price point. It works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in the gut, preventing absorption of approximately one third of dietary fat. Unabsorbed fat passes naturally through the body. Following clinical assessment by UK-licensed prescribers, generic orlistat may be suitable for adults with BMI 30+ or 28+ with weight-related health conditions. Order 84 capsules for £29.69 with EDM10 discount.
Why Some Prefer Xenical
Some patients choose branded Xenical manufactured by Roche for brand familiarity. The clinical effect remains identical to generic orlistat - both are prescription-only medicines requiring the same online clinical assessment. Xenical 120mg capsules work through the same fat-blocking mechanism. Available in 42, 84, 168 and 252 capsule packs. Choose Xenical if you prefer branded medication and don't mind the price difference.
Alli 60mg: Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli provides 60mg orlistat - half the prescription strength. It blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat compared to 120mg options, making it suitable for those preferring lower-strength treatment. Alli costs £26.09 for 4-week supply (with EDM10). While less potent than prescription-strength orlistat or Xenical, Alli offers an accessible starting point for weight management alongside dietary changes.
How to Order Orlistat Weight Loss Medication
Complete our online health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications and BMI details. UK-licensed prescribers review your information and issue prescriptions where clinically appropriate. We dispense and dispatch from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next day delivery available. All three options - generic orlistat, Xenical and Alli - are available following successful clinical assessment. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
