Orlistat Prescribing at FAIRBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE

Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

100

Total Quantity

8,400

NHS Cost

£2.0K

vs National Avg

+21.3%

FAIRBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 100 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,981 to the NHS. This is 21.3% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	100
Total Quantity	8,400
Total NHS Cost	£1,981
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+21.3%

Orlistat Prescribing Comparison

This practice	100 items
National average per practice	82 items
Difference	+21.3% 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.