How Effective is Orlistat? Save with EDM10
Orlistat Effectiveness: How It Works to Support Weight Management
Orlistat works by blocking approximately one third of the dietary fat you consume from being absorbed in your digestive system. This lipase inhibitor acts locally in the gut, preventing fat-digesting enzymes from breaking down about 30% of the fat in your meals. The unabsorbed fat passes naturally through your body, potentially reducing your overall calorie intake when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
Clinical studies show orlistat may support weight management when combined with lifestyle changes, though individual responses vary significantly. The medication works most effectively when each meal contains no more than approximately 15g of fat, helping minimise gastrointestinal side effects whilst maximising potential benefits.
Save on All Orlistat Products with Discount Code EDM10
Use discount code EDM10 to save 10% on every order - not just your first purchase. This ongoing discount applies to all our orlistat products:
Orlistat 120mg (Generic):
• 2-week supply (42 capsules): £16.89 → £15.20 with EDM10
• 4-week supply (84 capsules): £32.99 → £29.69 with EDM10
• 8-week supply (168 capsules): £63.99 → £57.59 with EDM10
• 12-week supply (252 capsules): £95.99 → £86.39 with EDM10
Xenical 120mg (Branded):
• 2-week supply (42 capsules): £21.50 → £19.35 with EDM10
• 4-week supply (84 capsules): £42.99 → £38.69 with EDM10
• 12-week supply (252 capsules): £128.99 → £116.09 with EDM10
Alli 60mg:
• 4-week supply (42 capsules): £28.99 → £26.09 with EDM10
• 8-week supply (84 capsules): £54.99 → £49.49 with EDM10
• 12-week supply (252 capsules): £129.99 → £116.99 with EDM10
Which Orlistat Product Offers the Best Value?
Generic orlistat 120mg provides the most cost-effective option, containing the same active ingredient as branded Xenical at a lower price. With EDM10 applied, you save £9.60 on a 12-week supply compared to the regular price. Both orlistat 120mg and Xenical 120mg are prescription-only medicines requiring clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers.
Alli 60mg contains half the dose and doesn't require a prescription, making it suitable for those preferring a lower-strength starting point. However, prescription-strength options may be more cost-effective per milligram of active ingredient with the EDM10 discount applied.
How to Apply Your EDM10 Discount Code
Simply enter code EDM10 at checkout to receive 10% off your entire order. This discount applies to new and returning customers on every purchase, not just first orders. The discount is automatically calculated, showing your savings before you complete payment.
Complete our online clinical assessment questionnaire, and if approved by our prescriber, your medication will be dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy in Leicester. Next-day delivery is available across the UK with tracked, discreet packaging.
Start Your Assessment Today
Ready to explore whether orlistat could support your weight management goals? Complete our confidential online assessment to determine your suitability. Our UK-licensed healthcare professionals review every application individually, prescribing where clinically appropriate. Remember to use code EDM10 for 10% off every order.


