Medication features
Xenical 120mg capsules contain the active ingredient Orlistat and are used as an effective treatment for weight loss. Used in conjunction with exercise and a reduced-calorie diet, Xenical helps you lose weight by stopping at least one-third of dietary fat from being absorbed by your body.
- Brand-name version of Orlistat
- 120mg capsules available
- Effective weight loss medication
- Reduces one-third of the amount of fat your body absorbs from food
- Lowers overall body fat by 5% in the first three months of treatment
- Free online consultation
- Next-day delivery in the UK
Xenical 120mg Capsules Summary
Medicine Type | Lipase Inhibitor |
Mechanism of Action | Stops (inhibits) about one-third of dietary fat from being absorbed by the body |
Active Ingredient | Orlistat |
Effective Within | 1-3 months |
Pack Size | 252 capsules |
Strength | 120mg |
Overview
What is Xenical and How Does it Work?
Weight loss can be a challenging journey, especially if you are just starting or have struggled to lose weight over a period of time. Xenical capsules contain 120mg of the active ingredient Orlistat, a drug that attaches to dietary fat, stopping the body from absorbing up to one-third of it. Xenical, in conjunction with diet and exercise, can help you lose weight more effectively.
Cloud Pharmacy is a regulated and registered UK online pharmacy that stocks Xenical and its generic version. You can begin the process of buying Xenical capsules by clicking on the 'Get started' button above.
Suitable for age: 18 years old +
Maximum per order: 252 capsules
Consultation required: Yes
Where Can you Buy Xenical in the UK?
Xenical is only available for purchase in the UK with a prescription from a registered healthcare provider, this includes online pharmacists.
You will first need to complete a quick online consultation to determine if you are eligible. You will then have a free online consultation with a Cloud Pharmacy medical team member who will ensure that your medication is dispensed and sent to your home quickly and discreetly.
Xenical weight loss alternatives
During your consultation with a registered Cloud Pharmacy pharmacist, the following alternatives to Xenical may be suggested:
Weight loss Injections
- Wegovy: A once weekly prescription injection. It has the active ingredient semaglutide. Prices start from £159
- Mounjaro: This popular and effective weight loss treatment contains the active ingredient Tirzepatide. Prices start from £138.99
- Saxenda: Administered daily and contains the active ingredient Liraglutide. Prices start from £85
Weight Loss Pills
- Orlistat 120mg: This medication is the generic (cheaper) version of Xenical. It has the same active ingredient, Orlistat, and works exactly the same as Xenical
- Mysimba: This medication is a slow-release tablet containing the active ingredients bupropion and naltrexone. It suppresses appetite by telling the brain that the stomach is full, reducing cravings
Xenical Reviews
Xenical 120mg capsules have mostly positive reviews, with reviews commenting that the medication is effective and works well when used in conjunction with a change in diet and increased exercise.
Reviewers noted that they needed to ensure their diet had reduced fat content to prevent side effects such as leaking oily and orange stool. They also commented that they had to adjust their diet to avoid the urgent need to “go.”
Informational Sources
If you’d like to find out more about Xenical 120mg capsules or weight loss medication in general, we’ve compiled a list of additional resources below for you to take a look at:
- Xenical Patient Information Leaflet (PIL)
- NHS - Obesity
- NHS - Obesity Treatment
- Xenical Overview - European Medicines Agency
- Review of the Clinical Effects of Orlistat
- Evaluation of efficacy and safety of Orlistat in obese patients
- Retrospective analysis: Orlistat 120mg improves glycaemic control in type 2 diabetic patients with or without concurrent weight loss
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Patient Information Leaflet
Xenical 120mg Capsules FAQs
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Xenical 120mg Capsules Reviews
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