Which Should You Buy: Orlistat or Xenical?
Orlistat vs Xenical: Identical Effect, Different Price
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg are prescription-only medicines containing the same active ingredient at identical doses. They work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. The clinical effect is identical - the only meaningful difference is cost.
Generic orlistat offers substantial savings: a 4-week supply costs £29.69 with code EDM10, compared to £38.69 for branded Xenical. Over 12 weeks, you save approximately £30 by choosing generic orlistat (£86.39 vs £116.09).
Complete Price Comparison
Orlistat 120mg pricing with EDM10 discount: 2 weeks (42 capsules) £15.20, 4 weeks (84 capsules) £29.69, 8 weeks (168 capsules) £57.59, 12 weeks (252 capsules) £86.39.
Xenical 120mg pricing with EDM10 discount: 2 weeks (42 capsules) £19.35, 4 weeks (84 capsules) £38.69, 8 weeks (168 capsules) £78.29, 12 weeks (252 capsules) £116.09.
Both medications require the same clinical assessment and prescription process. Use code EDM10 at checkout for 10% off every order.
Alli 60mg: The Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat and blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat. Pricing with EDM10: 4 weeks £26.09, 8 weeks £49.49, 12 weeks £116.99. While clinically less potent than 120mg formulations, some patients prefer starting with the lower-strength option.
Why Choose Generic Orlistat?
Generic orlistat provides identical clinical benefits to Xenical at significantly lower cost. Both contain 120mg orlistat, work through the same mechanism, and have identical dosing (one capsule three times daily with main meals). The medication is manufactured to the same pharmaceutical standards and dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy.
Most patients choose generic orlistat for the cost savings, allowing longer treatment periods within the same budget. A 12-week supply of generic orlistat costs less than 8 weeks of branded Xenical.
Fast Online Prescription Service
Both orlistat and Xenical require prescription following clinical assessment. Complete our online consultation reviewed by UK-licensed prescribers. If treatment is clinically appropriate, your prescription is dispensed by our Leicester-based GPhC-registered pharmacy and dispatched for next-day delivery.
The assessment covers medical history, current medications, BMI, and weight-related health factors. Orlistat may be suitable for adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
Ready to Order?
Choose generic orlistat 120mg for maximum savings or branded Xenical 120mg if you prefer the original formulation. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order. Start your clinical assessment now for fast, discreet delivery across the UK.
