Orlistat 120mg vs Xenical 120mg: The Facts
Orlistat and Xenical contain exactly the same active ingredient at the same 120mg dose. The clinical effect is identical - both block approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed in your gut. The main difference is cost: generic Orlistat offers significant savings compared to branded Xenical while delivering the same weight management support.
Price Comparison: Orlistat vs Xenical
Generic Orlistat 120mg costs £32.99 for a 4-week supply (£29.69 with EDM10 discount), while branded Xenical costs £42.99 (£38.69 with EDM10). Over 12 weeks, you save over £30 choosing generic Orlistat at £86.39 vs Xenical at £116.09. Both require the same online clinical assessment and work identically alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
How Do These Compare to Wegovy?
Unlike Wegovy (semaglutide injection), both Orlistat and Xenical are oral capsules that work locally in your digestive system. Wegovy is a weekly injection that affects appetite regulation, while orlistat-based treatments block dietary fat absorption. Orlistat and Xenical are taken three times daily with meals containing fat, making them a different approach to weight management support.
Alli 60mg: The Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli contains 60mg orlistat - half the prescription dose. At £26.09 for 4 weeks (with EDM10), it offers a lower-strength starting point. However, prescription-strength 120mg options typically provide more comprehensive weight management support when used alongside appropriate dietary changes.
Which Should You Choose?
If cost is your priority, generic Orlistat 120mg delivers identical clinical effects at the lowest price from £15.20 per fortnight. Some patients prefer branded Xenical from £19.35, but both require prescription approval following clinical assessment. Our UK-licensed prescribers will determine suitability during your online consultation.
Order Today with Fast UK Delivery
Complete your online clinical assessment to access either Orlistat or Xenical. Both are dispensed by our Leicester-based GPhC-registered pharmacy with next day delivery available. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order. All treatments include the prescription - no separate GP appointment needed.
