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How Orlistat Pills Work in Your Body
Orlistat works locally in your digestive system by inhibiting lipase enzymes that break down dietary fat. When you take an orlistat capsule with a meal, it blocks approximately one third of the fat you eat from being absorbed into your body. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your digestive system, helping reduce your overall calorie intake from dietary fat.
The mechanism is simple but effective - orlistat doesn't work in your brain like appetite suppressants. Instead, it acts directly in your gut where fat digestion occurs. This approach means the medication works best when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and regular physical activity.
Private Prescription vs NHS Route
While orlistat is available on the NHS, many patients choose the private prescription route for faster access and greater convenience. Our online consultation process eliminates NHS waiting times and the need for multiple GP appointments. You complete a comprehensive health questionnaire that's reviewed by a UK-licensed prescriber who can issue a prescription if clinically appropriate.
The private route offers the same clinical standards you'd expect from any UK pharmacy. EverydayMeds is GPhC-registered and our prescribers are fully qualified UK healthcare professionals. Your medication is dispensed from our Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly to your address with next-day delivery available.
Orlistat Product Options and Pricing
We offer three orlistat options to suit different needs and budgets. Generic orlistat 120mg provides excellent value - a 4-week supply (84 capsules) costs £32.99, or just £29.69 with discount code EDM10. For those preferring the branded option, Xenical 120mg contains identical active ingredients at £42.99 for 4 weeks (£38.69 with EDM10).
Alli 60mg offers a lower-strength alternative at £54.99 for 8 weeks (£49.49 with EDM10). All products work through the same fat-blocking mechanism, with the 120mg prescription-strength versions blocking more dietary fat than the 60mg option. Your prescriber will advise which strength is most appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Clinical Assessment Process
Our streamlined online assessment ensures you receive appropriate treatment safely. The consultation covers your medical history, current medications, weight management goals, and lifestyle factors. This information allows our prescribers to determine if orlistat is suitable for your individual situation and health profile.
The assessment considers factors such as your BMI, any weight-related health conditions, and potential medication interactions. UK guidelines recommend orlistat for adults with a BMI of 30kg/m² or above, or 28kg/m² with weight-related risk factors like diabetes or high blood pressure. However, final prescribing decisions always rest with the qualified healthcare professional reviewing your case.
What to Expect When Starting Treatment
Orlistat 120mg is taken as one capsule three times daily with each main meal containing fat. If you skip a meal or eat a fat-free meal, you can omit that dose. The medication works best when your daily fat intake is spread evenly across three meals, with no more than approximately 15g fat per meal.
Most patients experience some gastrointestinal side effects initially, particularly if meals are high in fat. These effects - including oily stools, increased bowel movements, and urgent toilet visits - are actually signs the medication is working by preventing fat absorption. Side effects typically reduce as you adapt to a lower-fat eating pattern, which is essential for successful weight management with orlistat.
