Choose Your Prescription Weight Loss Treatment
Xenical vs Orlistat: Clinical Comparison
Both Xenical 120mg and generic orlistat 120mg contain identical active ingredients and deliver the same clinical effects. The key difference lies in cost and branding. Xenical, manufactured by Roche, costs £42.99 for a 4-week supply, whilst generic orlistat provides equivalent weight management support for £32.99 - saving approximately £9 monthly. Both work by inhibiting lipase enzymes in the gut, blocking approximately one third of dietary fat absorption when used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity.
How Prescription Fat Blockers Work
Orlistat-based treatments work locally in the digestive system, not the brain. They inhibit lipase enzymes responsible for breaking down dietary fat. When these enzymes are blocked, approximately one third of consumed fat cannot be digested or absorbed, passing naturally through the body. This mechanism may help reduce calorie intake from dietary fat as part of a structured weight management programme. Individual responses vary, and treatment works best when combined with meals containing no more than 15g fat each.
UK Pricing and Pack Sizes
Generic orlistat 120mg offers exceptional value: 2 weeks (42 capsules) £16.89, 4 weeks (84 capsules) £32.99, 8 weeks (168 capsules) £63.99, or 12 weeks (252 capsules) £95.99. Branded Xenical 120mg costs: 2 weeks £21.50, 4 weeks £42.99, 8 weeks £86.99, or 12 weeks £128.99. Apply code EDM10 at checkout for 10% off any order. For those preferring lower-strength options, Alli 60mg provides half-dose treatment starting from £28.99 for 4 weeks.
Online Prescription Process
Access prescription weight loss treatment through our regulated online service. Complete a comprehensive health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, and BMI information. UK-licensed prescribers review each application individually, issuing prescriptions where clinically appropriate. Treatment suitability depends on BMI levels (typically 30+ or 28+ with weight-related health conditions) and individual health circumstances. Following prescriber approval, medications are dispensed by our GPhC-registered Leicester pharmacy and delivered discreetly with next-day tracked delivery.
Treatment Suitability and Safety
Prescription orlistat may be suitable for adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Clinical assessment determines individual eligibility. Common side effects include oily stools, increased bowel frequency, and abdominal discomfort - typically reduced when maintaining low-fat meals. A daily multivitamin taken at bedtime supports fat-soluble vitamin absorption. Always follow prescriber guidance and report persistent or severe side effects to healthcare professionals.
