Compare Orlistat vs Xenical Prices - Make Your Choice
What Orlistat Is Used For: Generic vs Branded Options
Orlistat is a prescription weight loss medicine used for weight management in adults with a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above, or 28 kg/m² with weight-related health conditions. Both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients and work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet.
Price Comparison: Orlistat vs Xenical at EverydayMeds
Generic orlistat offers significant savings compared to branded Xenical whilst delivering identical clinical effects. Our 4-week supply of orlistat 120mg costs £29.69 with EDM10, compared to Xenical at £38.69 - saving you £9 monthly. For 12-week supplies, choose orlistat at £86.39 or Xenical at £116.09 with EDM10. Both options require the same online clinical assessment and prescription approval from our UK-licensed prescribers.
How to Choose Between Orlistat and Xenical
Many patients choose generic orlistat for its cost-effectiveness, whilst others prefer branded Xenical. Both products work identically by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your gut, preventing approximately one third of dietary fat from being absorbed. Your choice often comes down to personal preference and budget. Both are dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy with next day delivery across the UK.
Alternative Option: Alli 60mg
For those preferring a lower-strength option, Alli 60mg contains half the dose of prescription orlistat. Available from £26.09 for 4 weeks with EDM10, Alli may cause milder side effects but blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat compared to the 120mg prescription options.
Order Process and Clinical Assessment
Both orlistat and Xenical require an online clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers. Complete our medical questionnaire covering your weight management history, current medications, and health conditions. Following prescriber approval, your chosen treatment is dispensed and dispatched with next day delivery. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order - applicable to new and returning customers.
Managing Side Effects with Both Options
Both orlistat and Xenical may cause similar gastrointestinal side effects including oily stools, increased bowel movements, and abdominal discomfort. These effects can be minimised by keeping dietary fat intake low (approximately 15g per meal) and are more common with high-fat meals. Most side effects reduce as your diet adapts to the lower-fat approach required for effective treatment.
