Orlistat is a weight loss medicine, it inhibits the way fat is digested and absorbed in the body. Orlistat (60mg) can be bought over the counter however certain guidelines must be followed. The pharmacist can only prescribe Orlistat to someone who is minimum 18 years of age and has a BMI of 28 kg/m2 or above. The pharmacist will check your BMI every time you come into the pharmacy to buy Orlistat and will give you advice on your diet, will recommend a low calorie and fat diet. You cannot buy over the counter Orlistat for more than 6 months. References: Anon, (2017) Medicine complete – AHFS Drug Information. [online] Available at :https://www.medicinescomplete.com/mc/excipients/2012/EXP-TD-c17-mn0001.htm [Accessed 27 Nov. 2017]. nhs.uk. (2017). High cholesterol. [online] Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/ [Accessed 29 Nov. 2017]. Nhs.uk. (2017). BMI healthy weight calculator – Health tools – NHS Choices. [online] Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/Healthyweightcalculator.aspx [Accessed 29 Nov. 2017]. Nhs.uk. (2017). What is a Mediterranean diet? – NHS Choices. [online] Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Goodfood/Pages/what-is-a-Mediterranean-diet.aspx [Accessed 29 Nov. 2017]. Patient.info. (2017). Obesity in Adults. Obesity Facts & Causes. Weight gain. [online] Available at: https://patient.info/doctor/obesity-in-adults [Accessed 29 Nov. 2017]. Psnc.org.uk. (2017). [online] Available at: http://psnc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Weight_management_service_adults.pdf [Accessed 29 Nov. 2017]. Rpharms.com. (2017). Orlistat 60mg P medicine. [online] Available at: https://www.rpharms.com/resources/quick-reference-guides/orlistat-60mg-p-medicine#information [Accessed 29 Nov. 2017].