Orlistat Prescribing at BIRCHILLS HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
145
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+75.9%
BIRCHILLS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 145 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,102 to the NHS. This is 75.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Orlistat is classified under Drugs used in the treatment of obesity in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 145 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,102 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.9% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 145 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +75.9% 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.