Choose Your Prescription Weight Loss Treatment
Orlistat for Weight Management - How It Works
Orlistat is a prescription weight loss medication that works by blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption in your digestive system. Unlike appetite suppressants that affect the brain, orlistat acts 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.
Your Prescription Weight Loss Options
We offer three orlistat-based treatments following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers. Generic orlistat 120mg provides the most cost-effective option at £29.69 for a 4-week supply (84 capsules) with EDM10. Xenical 120mg contains the same active ingredient as the branded version for £38.69 per month with EDM10. For those preferring a lower-strength option, Alli 60mg offers half the prescription dose at £26.09 for 4 weeks with EDM10. All three options require one capsule with each main meal containing fat.
Who May Be Suitable for Orlistat
Orlistat may be suitable 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, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. Our UK-licensed prescribers will assess your individual circumstances through our online clinical questionnaire to determine if prescription weight loss treatment is appropriate for you. Treatment suitability depends on your medical history, current medications, and weight management goals.
Complete Your Online Clinical Assessment
Getting started is straightforward with our regulated online prescription service. Complete your confidential health questionnaire, which takes approximately 5-10 minutes and covers your medical history, current medications, and BMI information. A qualified UK-licensed prescriber reviews your assessment and, if clinically appropriate, issues your prescription. Your medication is then dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester and dispatched for next-day delivery in discreet packaging. The prescription consultation is included in the price - no separate GP appointment required.
Treatment Pricing and Savings
Our competitive pricing includes the clinical assessment and prescription. Generic orlistat 120mg starts from £15.20 for 2 weeks (42 capsules), £29.69 for 4 weeks (84 capsules), £57.59 for 8 weeks (168 capsules), or £86.39 for 12 weeks (252 capsules) with code EDM10. Xenical branded version costs £19.35 for 2 weeks, £38.69 for 4 weeks, £78.29 for 8 weeks, or £116.09 for 12 weeks with EDM10. Every customer saves 10% with code EDM10 - both new and returning customers can use this discount on every order.
What to Expect During Treatment
Orlistat works best when combined with meals containing no more than approximately 15g of fat per meal. Higher fat meals increase the likelihood of gastrointestinal side effects, which are the most common type experienced with orlistat treatment. These include oily or fatty stools, oily spotting, and increased bowel movement frequency. Side effects are actually a sign the medication is working by preventing fat absorption. Most patients find side effects reduce over time 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.
