Orlistat Prescribing at HEREFORD MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
271
Total Quantity
25.3K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
+228.8%
HEREFORD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 271 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,041 to the NHS. This is 228.8% 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
31
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 271 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,326 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,041 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +228.8% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 271 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +228.8% 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.