Which Should You Buy: Orlistat vs Xenical?
Orlistat vs Xenical: The Key Differences
When searching for the best time to take Xenical, you'll discover that generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same dose. The primary difference is cost. Generic orlistat costs £32.99 for 4 weeks (£29.69 with EDM10), while Xenical costs £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10) - a monthly saving of approximately £9 with the generic option.
Best Time to Take Both Orlistat and Xenical
The optimal timing is identical for both products: take one 120mg capsule with each main meal containing fat, up to three times daily. You can take your capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. If you skip a meal or eat a fat-free meal, you can skip that dose. Both work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption through the same mechanism.
Pricing Comparison: Make Your Choice
Generic Orlistat 120mg: 2 weeks £16.89 (£15.20 with EDM10), 4 weeks £32.99 (£29.69 with EDM10), 8 weeks £63.99 (£57.59 with EDM10), 12 weeks £95.99 (£86.39 with EDM10). Xenical 120mg: 2 weeks £21.50 (£19.35 with EDM10), 4 weeks £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10), 8 weeks £86.99 (£78.29 with EDM10), 12 weeks £128.99 (£116.09 with EDM10). Both require prescription following online clinical assessment.
Consider Alli 60mg as Alternative
Alli 60mg offers half the strength of prescription orlistat, taken three times daily with meals. At £28.99 for 4 weeks (£26.09 with EDM10), it provides a lower-dose option for those preferring gentler treatment. However, it blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat compared to 120mg prescription strength.
Order Your Preferred Option Today
Whether you choose cost-effective generic orlistat or branded Xenical, both require clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers. Complete our online consultation, and if approved, your prescription will be dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next day delivery. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order. Both products work best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet with approximately 15g fat per meal to minimise side effects.
