Which Should You Choose: Orlistat or Xenical?
How Orlistat Works - Not an Appetite Suppressant
Orlistat is not an appetite suppressant that affects your brain or reduces hunger. Instead, it works locally in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes that break down dietary fat. This blocks approximately one third of the fat you eat from being absorbed, allowing unabsorbed fat to pass naturally through your body. Both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg work identically because they contain the exact same active ingredient at the same dose.
Orlistat vs Xenical: The Key Differences
Generic orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg are clinically equivalent - the main difference is cost. Orlistat 84 capsules (4-week supply) costs £29.69 with EDM10, whilst Xenical costs £38.69 - saving you approximately £9 monthly. Some patients prefer branded Xenical, whilst others choose generic orlistat for better value. Both require the same online clinical assessment and work alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet to support weight management.
Complete Price Comparison
Generic orlistat offers significant savings: 2-week supply costs £15.20 with EDM10 versus Xenical at £19.35. For 8-week supplies, orlistat costs £57.59 compared to Xenical at £78.29 - saving £20.70. The 12-week supply provides maximum savings: orlistat £86.39 versus Xenical £116.09, saving £29.70. All prices include prescription and dispensing from our GPhC-registered pharmacy.
Alli 60mg: Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat, blocking a smaller proportion of dietary fat. This lower-strength option may cause milder gastrointestinal effects but is clinically less potent than the 120mg prescription versions. Alli costs £26.09 for a 4-week supply with EDM10, making it comparable in price to generic orlistat 120mg.
Online Prescription Process
Both orlistat and Xenical require prescription following clinical assessment. Complete our online health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and BMI information. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and issues a prescription where clinically appropriate. Treatment is dispensed by our Leicester-based pharmacy and delivered discreetly with next day delivery available across the UK.
Making Your Decision
Choose generic orlistat 120mg for maximum value without compromising effectiveness. Select branded Xenical if you prefer the original branded product. Both work identically alongside your reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet to support weight management. Start your clinical assessment today and save 10% on every order with code EDM10.
