Compare Your Prescription Weight Loss Options
Orlistat vs Xenical: What's the Difference?
Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg contain identical active ingredients at the same dose, offering clinically equivalent weight loss support. The key difference lies in cost and branding. Generic orlistat provides the same therapeutic effect as branded Xenical but at a significantly lower price point. Our 4-week supply of orlistat costs £29.69 (with EDM10), compared to Xenical at £38.69 - saving you approximately £9 per month whilst delivering identical clinical outcomes.
How Prescription Weight Loss Tablets Work
Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of the dietary fat you consume from being absorbed in your digestive system. As a lipase inhibitor, it acts locally in the gut rather than affecting your brain or central nervous system. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, potentially reducing your calorie intake from dietary sources. This mechanism works best when combined with a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet containing no more than 30% of calories from fat.
Prescription Weight Loss Pricing & Pack Sizes
We offer flexible pack sizes to suit your treatment duration. Orlistat 120mg is available as: 2-week supply (42 capsules) for £15.20, 4-week supply (84 capsules) for £29.69, 8-week supply (168 capsules) for £57.59, and 12-week supply (252 capsules) for £86.39 - all prices include our EDM10 discount. Xenical pricing starts from £19.35 for a 2-week supply. For those preferring a lower-strength option, Alli 60mg is available from £26.09 for a 4-week supply.
Online Clinical Assessment Process
Our streamlined prescription process eliminates the need for GP appointments whilst maintaining full clinical safety standards. Complete our comprehensive online 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 medication is then dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy and dispatched for next day delivery with full tracking.
Who May Be Suitable for Prescription Weight Loss Treatment
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 who have weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or elevated cholesterol. Suitability is determined through individual clinical assessment, considering your medical history, current medications, and weight management objectives. Treatment must always be combined with lifestyle modifications including dietary changes and increased physical activity.
Managing Treatment Effectively
Success with orlistat depends on maintaining a lower-fat diet throughout treatment. Limit fat intake to approximately 15g per meal to minimise gastrointestinal side effects whilst maximising therapeutic benefit. Most patients find that side effects reduce as they adapt their eating habits. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime is recommended to ensure adequate fat-soluble vitamin intake. Regular monitoring and ongoing support from healthcare professionals optimises long-term outcomes.
