Compare Orlistat vs Xenical: Which Should You Choose?
Private Prescription Route: Faster Access Without GP Appointments
While orlistat is available on the NHS, private prescription through EverydayMeds offers faster access without waiting for GP appointments. Our UK-licensed prescribers review your online assessment within 24 hours, and medication is dispensed from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next-day delivery. This regulated service provides the same clinical standards as any UK pharmacy.
Orlistat 120mg vs Xenical 120mg: Clinical Comparison
Orlistat and Xenical contain identical 120mg doses of the same active ingredient. Both work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption in the gut, supporting weight management alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. The clinical effect is equivalent - the key difference is cost. Generic orlistat at £29.69 (4-week supply with EDM10) offers substantial savings compared to branded Xenical at £38.69.
Cost Comparison: Significant Private Prescription Savings
Generic orlistat provides excellent value: 2 weeks £15.20, 4 weeks £29.69, 8 weeks £57.59, and 12 weeks £86.39 with EDM10. Xenical costs: 2 weeks £19.35, 4 weeks £38.69, 8 weeks £78.29, and 12 weeks £116.09 with EDM10. Over 12 weeks, choosing generic orlistat saves nearly £30 compared to Xenical while delivering identical clinical results.
Online Assessment Process: Simple and Secure
Complete our confidential health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and BMI details. A qualified UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and issues a prescription where clinically appropriate. Following prescriber approval, your chosen medication is dispensed and dispatched with tracked, discreet packaging. The entire process typically takes 24-48 hours from assessment to delivery.
Who May Be Suitable for Private Prescription Orlistat
Orlistat may be suitable for adults with BMI 30 or above, or BMI 28+ with weight-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Suitability is assessed individually by our prescribers based on your medical circumstances. Treatment must always be combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity for optimal results.
Managing Your Treatment: Diet and Side Effects
Keep meals low in fat (approximately 15g per meal) to minimise gastrointestinal side effects like oily stools or urgent bowel movements. These effects indicate the medication is working by preventing fat absorption. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime is recommended, as orlistat may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
