Orlistat vs Xenical: Making Your Purchase Decision
Orlistat vs Xenical: The Key Facts
When choosing between orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg, you're selecting between generic and branded versions of the same prescription medicine. Both contain orlistat 120mg as the active ingredient and work identically by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. The primary difference lies in cost - generic orlistat offers significant savings while delivering the same clinical effect.
Price Comparison: Orlistat vs Xenical
Generic orlistat 120mg costs £32.99 for 4 weeks (84 capsules), reduced to £29.69 with code EDM10. Branded Xenical 120mg costs £42.99 for the same 4-week supply, reduced to £38.69 with EDM10. This represents a saving of approximately £9 per month when choosing generic orlistat over Xenical. For 12-week supplies, orlistat costs £86.39 (with EDM10) compared to Xenical at £116.09 (with EDM10) - a saving of nearly £30.
Which Should You Choose?
Both products require prescription following clinical assessment and work identically in your body. Generic orlistat may be suitable if you prefer the most cost-effective option, while some patients choose branded Xenical for personal preference. Your prescriber can advise which option suits your individual circumstances best during your online consultation.
Alli 60mg: The Lower-Strength Alternative
Alli 60mg provides half the dose of prescription-strength orlistat, blocking a smaller proportion of dietary fat. Priced at £26.09 for 4 weeks (with EDM10), Alli offers a lower-strength starting point for those preferring reduced potency. However, prescription-strength orlistat 120mg or Xenical 120mg may be more suitable for significant weight management following NICE guidelines.
NICE Guidelines for Orlistat Prescribing
NICE recommends orlistat for adults with BMI ≥30 kg/m² or BMI ≥28 kg/m² with weight-related risk factors such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Both generic orlistat and Xenical 120mg meet these guidelines when prescribed following clinical assessment. Treatment should always be used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
Order Your Preferred Option Today
Ready to start treatment? Complete an online clinical assessment for either orlistat 120mg or Xenical 120mg. Both options are reviewed by UK-licensed prescribers and dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester. Use code EDM10 for 10% off your order with next-day delivery available across the UK.
