Orlistat Prescribing at BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR.
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
338
Total Quantity
28.7K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
+310.1%
BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 338 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,807 to the NHS. This is 310.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Orlistat is classified under Drugs used in the treatment of obesity in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,731 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,807 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +310.1% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +310.1% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.