Which Should You Buy: Orlistat or Xenical?
Orlistat vs Xenical: The Facts
Generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg contain the exact same active ingredient at identical doses. Both work by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your digestive system, preventing approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body. Clinically, there is no difference in effectiveness between the two options.
Price Comparison: Significant Savings Available
The main difference lies in cost. Generic orlistat offers substantial savings compared to Xenical. For a 4-week supply (84 capsules), orlistat costs £29.69 with code EDM10, while Xenical costs £38.69 - saving you £9 per month. Over 12 weeks, you save £30 by choosing generic orlistat (£86.39) versus Xenical (£116.09). Both options include the prescription fee and next day delivery.
Starting Your First Week
Whether you choose orlistat or Xenical, your first week involves taking one 120mg capsule three times daily with each main meal containing fat. You may experience gastrointestinal side effects as your body adjusts - these can be minimised by keeping meals low in fat (approximately 15g per meal). Many patients find side effects reduce as they adapt to the lower-fat diet required for optimal results.
Alternative: Alli 60mg Lower Strength
Alli 60mg offers half the strength of prescription orlistat, available from £26.09 for 4 weeks with EDM10. While less potent than 120mg options, Alli may suit those preferring a gentler starting approach to fat-blocking treatment.
How to Order
Complete our online health questionnaire for clinical assessment by a UK-licensed prescriber. Following approval, your chosen treatment is dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy and delivered discreetly to your address. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
