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Order Orlistat in the UK
Clinical studies show that around 67% of patients who combined Orlistat 120mg with a calorie-restricted diet reduced their weight by at least 5% within three months, with about 62% continuing to lose over 10% of their body weight after a year.
What is Orlistat and How Does it Work?
Orlistat 120mg is a prescription weight management drug for adults with a BMI over 30, or for those with diabetes, heart issues, hypertension, or high cholesterol and a BMI above 28. As the only UK-authorised weight loss drug, Orlistat aids weight loss when combined with a healthy, lower-calorie, low-fat diet and regular exercise.
What Ingredient Does Orlistat Contain?
Each 120mg capsule contains Orlistat as the active ingredient.
How Does Orlistat Help with Weight Loss?
Orlistat isn’t an appetite suppressant; it reduces the body’s ability to absorb fat by binding with lipase (an enzyme that breaks down fat) and preventing it from being digested. As a result, around one-third of dietary fat exits the body undigested.
Is it Legal to Buy Orlistat Online in the UK?
Orlistat is legally available for weight management in the UK. Initially licensed as Xenical (a prescription-only medicine), the 60mg version was authorised for over-the-counter sale on 21 January 2009.
How Effective is Orlistat?
Orlistat blocks certain enzymes, reducing fat absorption in the stomach, which supports weight loss. Used correctly, it can lead to up to 50% more weight loss than diet alone, with effects visible in 24-48 hours. Suitable for individuals with a BMI of 30 or those with a BMI over 28 and certain conditions, such as hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes.
Am I Eligible to Take Orlistat?
Orlistat 120mg is for medically obese individuals (BMI 30+) and may also benefit those with diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. Not recommended during pregnancy.
How is Orlistat Taken?
Take Orlistat up to three times daily, with water, before, during, or within an hour of each main meal. If you skip a meal or it contains little to no fat, skip the dose. It’s advisable not to exceed six months of treatment without visible progress within the first three months. Due to possible interference with vitamin absorption, take a multivitamin (such as OneVit Complete) daily, at least two hours before or after Orlistat.
How Quickly Does Orlistat Start Working?
Orlistat works immediately, with a 5% reduction in initial body weight possible within three months when paired with balanced eating and regular exercise.
Does Taking Orlistat Mean I Can Eat Freely?
Orlistat is an aid, not a standalone solution. To maximise results and minimise side effects, it’s essential to follow a healthy, lower-fat diet.
Difference Between Orlistat, Xenical, and Alli
Orlistat is the generic name for the fat-blocking drug. Xenical, a branded version, contains 120mg of orlistat per capsule, while Alli (60mg of orlistat) is available over the counter for people with a BMI of 28+. Xenical and generic Orlistat require a prescription; Alli does not.
Can I Skip a Dose if My Meal Has No Fat?
Yes, skip the dose if your meal has no fat. A low-fat diet may require only one or two capsules daily.
What if I Miss a Dose?
Missing a dose won’t affect your progress, as Orlistat only acts on the fat in the meal it’s taken with.
Can I Consume Alcohol While on Orlistat?
Orlistat doesn’t directly interact with alcohol, but alcohol’s high-calorie content may impact weight loss efforts.
Caution with Other Medicines
Check online for medications that may interact with Orlistat.
