Orlistat vs Xenical: Clinical Facts & UK Pricing
Same Active Ingredient, Different Cost
Orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same therapeutic dose. Both work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption in your gut. The clinical effect is identical - Xenical is simply the branded version manufactured by Roche, whilst generic orlistat offers the same therapeutic benefit at lower cost through our GPhC-registered pharmacy.
UK Pricing Comparison at EverydayMeds
Generic orlistat 120mg costs £32.99 for 84 capsules (4-week supply), reduced to £29.69 with code EDM10. Branded Xenical 120mg costs £42.99 for the same quantity, reduced to £38.69 with EDM10. Choosing generic orlistat saves £9 per month - approximately £108 annually. Both require prescription following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers.
Prescription Process at Our Leicester Pharmacy
Complete our online health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and BMI information. A qualified UK prescriber reviews your assessment and issues a prescription where clinically appropriate. We dispense and dispatch from our GPhC-registered pharmacy with next-day tracked delivery. Prescription costs are included - no separate GP appointment required.
Who May Be Suitable for 120mg Orlistat
Prescription orlistat may be suitable for adults with BMI 30 or above, or BMI 28 or above with weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Treatment must always be used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity. Final prescribing decisions are made by qualified healthcare professionals following individual clinical assessment.
Alternative: Alli 60mg (Lower Strength)
Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat. Available for £49.49 (84 capsules, 8-week supply) with EDM10 discount. This lower-strength option may suit those preferring a gentler starting approach, though clinical effects are proportionally reduced compared to prescription 120mg strength.
Why Choose EverydayMeds
Our Leicester-based pharmacy is fully GPhC-registered and MHRA-regulated. All medication is sourced through licensed UK pharmaceutical supply chains. UK-licensed prescribers ensure clinical safety. Next-day delivery available across Britain with discrete packaging. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order, including returning customers. Order your prescription orlistat or Xenical today through our regulated online service.
