Which Orlistat Option Should You Choose?
Generic Orlistat 120mg vs Branded Xenical 120mg
The key difference between orlistat and Xenical is simple: they contain identical active ingredients at the same 120mg dose, but generic orlistat costs significantly less. Both are prescription-only medicines that work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
Generic orlistat 120mg from £29.69 for 4 weeks (with EDM10) offers the same clinical effect as branded Xenical at £38.69 – saving you £9 per month. Both require the same online clinical assessment by UK-licensed prescribers and work identically in your digestive system.
Alli 60mg: The Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli contains half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat at 60mg per capsule. This lower strength typically causes milder gastrointestinal side effects but blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat. Alli 60mg costs £49.49 for 8 weeks with code EDM10, making it a middle-ground option between cost and potency.
How All Three Options Work
Whether you choose generic orlistat 120mg, Xenical 120mg, or Alli 60mg, the mechanism remains the same. Each medicine inhibits lipase enzymes in your gut, preventing approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system, supporting weight management when combined with dietary changes.
Pricing Comparison for Your Decision
Generic orlistat 120mg: 4 weeks £29.69, 8 weeks £57.59, 12 weeks £86.39 (with EDM10). Xenical 120mg: 4 weeks £38.69, 8 weeks £78.29, 12 weeks £116.09 (with EDM10). Alli 60mg: 4 weeks £26.09, 8 weeks £49.49, 12 weeks £116.99 (with EDM10). All prices include prescription and next-day delivery from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy.
Order Today Through Our Online Service
Complete your online clinical assessment today and let our UK-licensed prescribers determine which option suits you best. Following clinical review, your chosen treatment will be dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy and delivered discreetly to your address. Use code EDM10 for 10% off your order – available for both new and returning customers.
