Why Choose Prescription Orlistat for Weight Management?
How Prescription Orlistat Works as a Fat Blocker
Orlistat is a prescription-only medicine that works locally in your digestive system to block approximately one third of the fat you eat from being absorbed. Unlike appetite suppressants that affect the brain, orlistat acts by inhibiting lipase enzymes in the gut. This unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, which may help reduce your calorie intake from dietary fat when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
Orlistat and Liver Safety Information
While orlistat is generally well-tolerated, like all prescription medicines it may cause side effects in some people. Rare cases of liver problems have been reported with orlistat use. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe abdominal pain, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes whilst taking orlistat. Your prescriber will assess your individual health circumstances, including liver function, during your clinical consultation to ensure orlistat is suitable for you.
Prescription Orlistat Options and Pricing
We offer both generic orlistat 120mg and branded Xenical 120mg - both contain the same active ingredient at identical doses. Generic orlistat provides excellent value at £32.99 for a 4-week supply, or £29.69 with code EDM10. Branded Xenical costs £42.99 for 4 weeks, or £38.69 with EDM10. For those preferring a lower-strength option, Alli 60mg is available at £28.99 for 4 weeks. All options include the prescription following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers.
Online Prescription Process
Getting your prescription orlistat is straightforward through our regulated online service. Complete our comprehensive health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals. A qualified UK-licensed prescriber reviews your information and issues a prescription where clinically appropriate. Your treatment is then dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester and delivered discreetly to your address with next day delivery available.
Who May Be Suitable for Prescription Orlistat
Orlistat 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 with weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Your prescriber will assess whether orlistat is right for you based on your individual circumstances. Treatment must always be used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity for best results.
