Which Orlistat Product Should You Choose?
Orlistat 120mg vs Xenical 120mg: The Facts
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain exactly the same active ingredient at identical doses. Clinically, they are equivalent - both work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption in your digestive system. The primary difference lies in cost, with generic orlistat offering substantial savings over branded Xenical.
Price Comparison: Generic vs Branded
Generic orlistat 120mg starts from £15.20 for a 2-week supply (42 capsules) with code EDM10, whilst Xenical costs £19.35 for the same quantity. Over a 12-week course, you could save £29.70 choosing generic orlistat at £86.39 versus Xenical at £116.09. Both require prescription following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers.
Alli 60mg: The Lower-Strength Option
Alli contains half the dose of orlistat found in prescription-strength products. At 60mg per capsule, it may be suitable for those preferring a gentler starting point. Alli costs £26.09 for a 4-week supply with EDM10. However, the lower dose means it blocks a smaller proportion of dietary fat compared to prescription-strength options.
Managing Anxiety About Side Effects
Some patients experience anxiety about orlistat's gastrointestinal side effects. These effects occur because unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body and are more likely with high-fat meals. Keeping each meal to approximately 15g fat significantly reduces side effects. Whether you choose generic orlistat or Xenical, the side effect profile remains identical.
Which Product Is Right for You?
Generic orlistat offers excellent value whilst maintaining the same clinical effectiveness as Xenical. Some patients prefer branded Xenical for personal reasons, whilst others choose generic orlistat for the cost savings. Your prescriber will help determine which strength and formulation suits your individual circumstances during your online clinical assessment.
How to Order
Complete our online health questionnaire for review by a UK-licensed prescriber. If treatment is deemed appropriate, we'll dispense and dispatch your chosen orlistat product from our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester. Next day delivery is available across the UK with discreet, tracked packaging. Use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.
