Generic vs Branded: Making Your Purchase Decision
Orlistat vs Xenical: Identical Effects, Different Prices
When comparing orlistat and Xenical for weight loss, the key difference is cost, not clinical effect. Both contain 120mg orlistat - a prescription-only lipase inhibitor that blocks approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. Generic orlistat from £15.20 (2-week supply) delivers the same fat-blocking mechanism as branded Xenical from £19.35, working identically in your digestive system alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
At EverydayMeds, generic orlistat 4-week supply costs £29.69 with EDM10, whilst Xenical costs £38.69 - a £9 monthly saving choosing generic. Over a 12-week course, you save £29.70 (orlistat £86.39 vs Xenical £116.09 with EDM10). Both require the same online clinical assessment and deliver identical weight management support.
How Good Is Alli Compared to Prescription Strength?
Alli contains 60mg orlistat - half the prescription dose of orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg. This lower strength blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat, making it suitable for those preferring a gentler starting approach. Alli 4-week supply costs £26.09 with EDM10, positioned between generic and branded prescription options. However, prescription-strength orlistat may provide more substantial support for weight management when used alongside appropriate dietary changes.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose generic orlistat 120mg for maximum value - identical clinical effects to Xenical at the lowest cost. Our 4-week supply at £29.69 with EDM10 offers excellent value for prescription-strength fat blocking. Choose Xenical 120mg if you prefer branded medication - same orlistat dose with Roche's manufacturing. Choose Alli 60mg for a lower-strength introduction to orlistat therapy, though prescription doses may offer more comprehensive support.
Fast Access Through EverydayMeds
All three options require clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers. Complete our online consultation covering medical history, current medications, and BMI information. Following prescriber approval, we dispense from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy with next day delivery across the UK. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order - whether choosing budget-friendly orlistat, branded Xenical, or lower-strength Alli.
Start your weight management journey today. Our streamlined process replaces GP appointments whilst maintaining full clinical oversight. All products work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and regular physical activity.
