Which Should You Buy: Generic Orlistat or Xenical?
Daily Dosing: How Many Orlistat Capsules Per Day?
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg require the same dosing schedule—three capsules daily, one taken with each main meal containing fat. Take each capsule immediately before, during, or up to one hour after eating. If you miss a meal or eat a fat-free meal, you can skip that dose. This means 21 capsules per week, making our 84-capsule packs perfect for 4-week treatment cycles.
Orlistat vs Xenical: Identical Effects, Different Prices
Generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg contain exactly the same active ingredient at identical doses. Both work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption through lipase inhibition in the gut. The clinical effect is equivalent—the primary difference lies in cost and manufacturer preference.
Our current pricing with EDM10 discount shows significant savings with generic orlistat: 4-week supply costs £29.69 versus £38.69 for Xenical—saving you £9 monthly. For 12-week supplies, generic orlistat costs £86.39 compared to Xenical at £116.09, representing £30 in savings over three months.
Alli 60mg: Lower-Strength Alternative
For those preferring a gentler starting approach, Alli 60mg offers half the prescription strength. While requiring the same three-times-daily schedule, the lower dose typically produces milder gastrointestinal effects. However, it also blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat. Our 84-capsule Alli pack (8-week supply) costs £49.49 with EDM10.
Making Your Choice: Value or Brand Preference
Choose generic orlistat 120mg if you prioritise cost-effectiveness without compromising clinical outcomes. The generic version delivers identical fat-blocking effects at our lowest prices. Select Xenical 120mg if you prefer the branded option from original manufacturer Roche, accepting the price premium for brand recognition.
Complete Your Purchase Today
Both options require online clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers. Complete our medical questionnaire, and if treatment proves suitable, we'll dispense and dispatch your chosen medication from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy. Next-day delivery ensures quick access to your weight management support.
Remember, orlistat works best alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet keeping meals to approximately 15g fat each. This approach maximises effectiveness while minimising gastrointestinal side effects. Apply code EDM10 at checkout for 10% off every order.
