Make Your Choice: Generic Orlistat or Branded Xenical
Same Medicine, Different Price
Orlistat 120mg capsules and Xenical 120mg capsules contain exactly the same active ingredient at identical doses. Clinically, they work in the same way - both may help block approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet. The key difference lies in cost. Generic orlistat offers significant savings: a 4-week supply costs £29.69 (with EDM10) compared to £38.69 for Xenical (with EDM10) - that's £9 monthly savings.
Which Should You Choose?
Your choice between orlistat caps and Xenical depends on personal preference and budget. Generic orlistat provides identical clinical benefits at the lowest cost. Some patients prefer branded Xenical for brand recognition. Both require prescription following online clinical assessment by UK-licensed prescribers. Consider your budget: over 12 weeks, generic orlistat costs £86.39 versus £116.09 for Xenical (with EDM10) - saving £29.70 per course.
Don't Forget Alli 60mg
For those preferring lower-strength treatment, Alli 60mg offers half the dose of prescription orlistat. At £26.09 for 4 weeks (with EDM10), it provides a gentler starting option. However, prescription-strength orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg are clinically more potent for eligible adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related health factors.
Complete Your Assessment
Whether you choose generic orlistat caps or branded Xenical, both require clinical assessment by qualified UK prescribers. Complete your confidential online questionnaire covering medical history, current medications and BMI information. Following prescriber approval, your chosen treatment dispatches next day from our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy. Remember code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
Treatment Pack Sizes Available
Both orlistat and Xenical are available in convenient pack sizes. Choose 42 capsules (2-week supply), 84 capsules (4-week supply), 168 capsules (8-week supply), or 252 capsules (12-week supply). Longer courses offer better value - the 12-week generic orlistat supply costs just £86.39 with EDM10, making it the most economical choice for sustained weight management programmes.
