Choose Your Orlistat Treatment Option
How Effective is Orlistat as a Weight Loss Treatment?
Orlistat is a prescription-only weight loss medicine that works by blocking approximately one third of the fat you eat from being absorbed by your digestive system. Unlike appetite suppressants that act on the brain, orlistat works locally in the gut by inhibiting lipase enzymes responsible for breaking down dietary fat. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, which may help support weight management when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
Orlistat 120mg - Generic Option from £15.20
Generic orlistat 120mg capsules offer the most cost-effective prescription weight loss treatment option. Available in multiple pack sizes: 2-week supply (42 capsules) for £16.89, or just £15.20 with code EDM10. The 4-week supply (84 capsules) costs £32.99, reduced to £29.69 with your 10% discount. For longer-term treatment, choose the 12-week supply (252 capsules) at £95.99, or £86.39 with EDM10 - offering significant savings for committed weight management programmes.
Xenical 120mg - Branded Orlistat Treatment
Xenical contains the same active ingredient as generic orlistat at the same 120mg dose, manufactured by Roche. Clinically equivalent to generic orlistat, some patients prefer the branded option. Xenical 2-week supply costs £21.50 (£19.35 with EDM10), whilst the 4-week supply is £42.99 (£38.69 with code). The 12-week Xenical supply costs £128.99, reduced to £116.09 with your discount code, providing the same clinical effect as generic orlistat.
How to Get Orlistat Prescribed Online
Getting orlistat prescribed through EverydayMeds involves a simple online clinical assessment process. Complete our medical questionnaire covering your health history, current medications, and BMI information. A UK-licensed prescriber will review your assessment and determine whether orlistat treatment is clinically appropriate for your individual circumstances. If approved, your prescription is dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester and dispatched with next day delivery available. The entire process eliminates the need for a GP appointment whilst maintaining the same regulatory standards.
Who May Be Suitable for Orlistat Treatment?
Orlistat may be prescribed for adults aged 18 or over with a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above, or those with a BMI of 28 kg/m² or above who have weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. Treatment suitability is assessed individually through our clinical consultation process. Orlistat must always be used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity for optimal effectiveness. Your prescriber will determine whether this treatment is appropriate based on your specific health circumstances.
Managing Side Effects and Maximising Effectiveness
Most orlistat side effects are gastrointestinal and directly linked to dietary fat intake. Keeping meals low in fat (approximately 15g per meal) significantly reduces the likelihood of oily stools, urgent bowel movements, or anal leakage. These effects are actually signs that the medication is working by preventing fat absorption. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime is recommended, as orlistat may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Side effects typically reduce as your diet adapts to lower fat content.
