Xenical® or Orlistat oral capsules

Take one 120mg capsule with each main meal that contains fat — up to three per day. Skip a dose if you skip a meal or eat a fat-free meal. For best results, keep your fat intake to no more than 30% of your daily calories.

Orlistat attaches to enzymes in your digestive system, stopping them from breaking down fat. The undigested fat passes out of your body naturally — helping you Optimise Your Health without affecting your heart rate or sleep.

Treatment can continue for up to two years, with regular reviews. If you lose 5% of your starting weight in the first 3 months, you can continue. If not, your prescriber may recommend a break or alternative.

Yes, when used under medical supervision. Regular check-ins help ensure it’s working safely and effectively to Bring Out Your Best.

Orlistat 120mg, branded as Xenical, is used for weight management. It helps block around one-third of the fat you eat, supporting medically supervised weight loss in adults with a BMI over 30 (or over 28 with a related health condition).

Common side effects include oily stools, urgent bowel movements, and wind. These are more likely if your diet is high in fat, and they often improve after a few weeks. Adjusting your diet can reduce these effects.

There’s no medical difference. Xenical is the branded version of orlistat 120mg. Both contain the same active ingredient and are equally effective.

You can use this treatment if your BMI is over 30, or over 28 with a weight-related condition such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. It’s intended for adults who have not achieved desired results with diet and exercise alone.