Orlistat vs Xenical: Which Should You Buy?
What Do Orlistat Tablets Do?
Orlistat tablets work by blocking approximately one third of the dietary fat you consume from being absorbed into your body. The active ingredient orlistat inhibits lipase enzymes in your digestive system, preventing fat breakdown. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, reducing calorie intake from dietary fat when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
Orlistat 120mg vs Xenical 120mg: The Facts
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same dose. Xenical is the branded version manufactured by Roche, whilst orlistat is the generic equivalent. Clinically, they work identically - blocking the same proportion of dietary fat absorption. The primary difference is cost: generic orlistat from £15.20 (2 weeks) versus Xenical from £19.35 with EDM10.
Cost Comparison: Significant Savings Available
Generic orlistat offers substantial savings over branded Xenical. A 4-week supply costs £29.69 (orlistat) versus £38.69 (Xenical) with code EDM10 - saving £9 monthly. Over 12 weeks, choose orlistat at £86.39 or Xenical at £116.09, representing £30 savings. Both require prescription following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers.
Alli 60mg: Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli contains half the orlistat dose at 60mg per capsule. This lower strength may suit those preferring a gentler starting point, though it blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat. Alli costs £26.09 for 4 weeks with EDM10. All three options work by the same mechanism - preventing fat absorption in your digestive system.
How Our Online Prescription Service Works
Complete our online clinical assessment covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and prescribes orlistat, Xenical, or Alli where clinically appropriate. Your chosen treatment is dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly with next day tracked delivery across the UK.
Which Option Should You Choose?
Choose generic orlistat 120mg for maximum value whilst receiving identical clinical effects to Xenical. Select Xenical if you prefer branded medication from Roche. Consider Alli 60mg for a lower-strength starting dose. All require the same commitment to a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet alongside regular physical activity for optimal weight management support.
