How Orlistat Works vs Appetite Suppressants - Order Online
Does Orlistat Decrease Your Appetite?
Orlistat does not decrease your appetite. Unlike appetite suppressant medications that work on brain chemistry, orlistat is a lipase inhibitor that works locally in your digestive system. It blocks approximately one third of the dietary fat you eat from being absorbed, with the unabsorbed fat passing naturally through your body. This mechanism means you may still experience normal hunger and appetite while taking orlistat.
How Orlistat Actually Works for Weight Management
Orlistat works by inhibiting lipase enzymes in your gut that break down dietary fat. When these enzymes are blocked, roughly one third of fat from meals cannot be digested or absorbed into your bloodstream. This unabsorbed fat is eliminated from your body naturally. The medication must be used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and increased physical activity to support weight management effectively.
Orlistat Pricing and Options at EverydayMeds
Our GPhC-registered pharmacy offers three orlistat options following online clinical assessment. Generic orlistat 120mg starts from £16.89 for 2 weeks (42 capsules), reduced to £15.20 with code EDM10. Branded Xenical 120mg costs £21.50 for 2 weeks, or £19.35 with EDM10. Both contain identical 120mg orlistat requiring prescription approval. Alli 60mg at lower strength costs £28.99 for 4 weeks, or £26.09 with EDM10.
Clinical Assessment Process
All 120mg orlistat products require prescription following clinical assessment by our UK-licensed prescribers. Complete our online health questionnaire covering your medical history, current medications, and BMI information. If clinically appropriate, your prescription will be issued and dispensed by our Leicester-based pharmacy. Treatment may be suitable for adults with BMI 30+ or BMI 28+ with weight-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
Why Choose Prescription Orlistat Over Appetite Suppressants
Orlistat offers a different approach to weight management compared to appetite suppressants. It works in your digestive system rather than affecting brain chemistry, making it suitable for many people who cannot use stimulant-based appetite suppressants. The medication can support weight loss when combined with dietary changes, helping reduce calorie absorption from fat while you maintain healthy eating habits and portion control.
Managing Expectations and Side Effects
Since orlistat doesn't suppress appetite, successful weight management requires commitment to a lower-fat diet. Most side effects are gastrointestinal and directly related to fat intake - keeping meals to approximately 15g fat each significantly reduces these effects. Common side effects include oily stools, increased bowel movements, and abdominal discomfort, particularly when eating high-fat meals.
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