Are these less effective than the 120mg Xenical?

Orlistat (120mg) is a generic prescription treatment that prevents 1/3 of dietary fat from being digested. It is cheaper than Xenical, but more expensive than Alli. Xenical (120mg) is a branded prescription treatment that prevents 1/3 of dietary fat from being digested. It is the best-known weight loss tablet, but also the most expensive. Orlos (60mg) is an over-the-counter treatment that prevents 1/4 of dietary fat from being digested. It is not as strong as Xenical or orlistat but is the only one available over the counter

Orlos Weight Loss Capsules - 84 x 60mg

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Content Written by: Laura Henderson

Role: Medical Content Writer

Content Written: 12/12/2024

Next review: 11/12/2026

Checked for Accuracy by: James O'Loan

Role: CEO & Superintendent Pharmacist

GPhC Number: 2084549

Date Checked: 12/12/2024

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Orlos capsules are a weight loss medication that contains an active ingredient called Orlistat. They can be used alongside a low-fat diet and a healthy lifestyle to help you to lose more weight than dieting alone.

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Ingredients

Each hard capsule contains 60mg of orlistat

Capsule filling: Microcrystalline cellulose (E460), Sodium starch glycolate (type A), Sillica colloidal anhydrous, Sodium lauryl sulphate

Capsule shell: Gelatine, Indigo carmine (E132), Titanium dioxide (E171)

Drug Data

Leaflet

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Administration Method

Oral

Product Type

OTC

Dosage Form

Capsule

Dose Information

1 Capsule / 3 times a day

Maximum Intake

1 Capsule / 3 times a day

Brand Information

Brand Name

Orlos

Product Data

Days Supply

Quantity

84 Capsules

Questions

Orlistat (120mg) is a generic prescription treatment that prevents 1/3 of dietary fat from being digested. It is cheaper than Xenical, but more expensive than Alli.
Xenical (120mg) is a branded prescription treatment that prevents 1/3 of dietary fat from being digested. It is the best-known weight loss tablet, but also the most expensive.
Orlos (60mg) is an over-the-counter treatment that prevents 1/4 of dietary fat from being digested. It is not as strong as Xenical or orlistat but is the only one available over the counter

Orlos (orlistat) and Saxenda (liraglutide [rDNA origin]) Injection are used as adjuncts to diet and exercise to help with weight loss in overweight and obese patient.

Orlistat stops around a third of the fat in your diet being absorbed, Saxenda makes you feel full and less hungry, which can help you eat less.

It is advisable that these aren't used together.

Orlos can be used if you have a BMI over 28. Your BMI can be calculated using the NHS website https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-weight/bmi-calculator/

Answered by:

Emma Watling

Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

GPhC No: 5041556

On 29/11/2019

Methotrexate may cause liver problems, and using it with other medications that can also affect the liver such as orlistat may increase that risk.

I would recommend on seeing your doctor for weight loss options, considering the medication you are taking.

Please could you speak to our customer services team on 01695 474433, and they will help you with this. Thank you

Answered by:

Diane Ryder

Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

GPhC No: 5005212

On 22/08/2019

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Method	Handling Time	Transit Time	Timescale	Approx Cost
Royal Mail Track 48	1	2	3	£2.95
Royal Mail Tracked 24	0	1	1	£4.95
Next Day Guaranteed (1 Working Day)	n/a	n/a	n/a	£6.95
Next Day Before 1pm (Royal Mail Special Delivery)	n/a	n/a	n/a	£8.95
Next Day (Before 9am) Tracked Delivery	n/a	n/a	n/a	£21.95

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Treatments Weight Loss

Orlos (Orlistat) 60mg Weight Loss Aid - 84 Capsules Reviews

By susana del valle,

September 23, 2025

If you keep to a low fat and cal foods, and change bad habits, itvworks.

By Mrs Mary Barron,

September 23, 2025

Only given 4 stars as haven’t tried those yet.

By Mrs Garnett,

August 21, 2025

Gentle and easy to take

By Karen,

August 13, 2025

Helps with weight loss encourages health eating

By Ms jane Smith,

July 29, 2025

Not seeing any definite results yet but I have only been using them for 4 days. Hopefully in time I will see results

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