Compare Prescription Weight Loss Options & Prices
Xenical vs Orlistat: Which Prescription Weight Loss Tablet?
Both Xenical 120mg and generic orlistat 120mg contain identical active ingredients and work by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption. The key difference lies in cost and branding. Generic orlistat offers the same clinical effect at £29.69 for 4 weeks (with EDM10), whilst branded Xenical costs £38.69 for the same period - potentially saving you over £100 annually by choosing generic orlistat.
How Prescription Orlistat Supports Weight Management
Orlistat works locally in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes that break down dietary fat. When these enzymes are blocked, approximately one third of the fat you consume cannot be absorbed and passes naturally through your body. This mechanism may help reduce calorie intake from dietary fat when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
UK Prescription Weight Loss Tablet Prices
Our competitive pricing makes prescription weight loss treatment accessible. Orlistat 120mg: 2 weeks £15.20, 4 weeks £29.69, 8 weeks £57.59, 12 weeks £86.39 (all with EDM10). Xenical 120mg: 2 weeks £19.35, 4 weeks £38.69, 8 weeks £78.29, 12 weeks £116.09 (with EDM10). Every order qualifies for 10% off with code EDM10 - new and returning customers welcome.
Online Clinical Assessment Process
Obtaining prescription weight loss tablets through EverydayMeds is straightforward. Complete our online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and, where clinically appropriate, issues a private prescription. Your medication is then dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and dispatched for next-day delivery.
Who May Be Suitable for Prescription Orlistat?
Orlistat 120mg and Xenical may be prescribed for adults 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. Final prescribing decisions are made following individual clinical assessment by qualified UK healthcare professionals.
Managing Treatment Expectations
Prescription weight loss tablets work best when combined with dietary and lifestyle changes. Keep your fat intake to approximately 15g per meal to minimise gastrointestinal side effects. Most patients find side effects reduce as they adapt to a lower-fat diet. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime is recommended as orlistat may reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
