Orlistat Prescribing at FOWEY RIVER PRACTICE
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
57
Total Quantity
4,872
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-30.8%
FOWEY RIVER PRACTICE prescribed 57 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,163 to the NHS. This is 30.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Orlistat is classified under Drugs used in the treatment of obesity in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 57 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,872 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,163 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.8% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 57 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | -30.8% 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.