Orlistat Prescribing at KNUTSFORD MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP

Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

147

Total Quantity

9,814

NHS Cost

£2.3K

vs National Avg

+78.3%

KNUTSFORD MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP prescribed 147 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,343 to the NHS. This is 78.3% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	147
Total Quantity	9,814
Total NHS Cost	£2,343
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+78.3%

Orlistat Prescribing Comparison

This practice	147 items
National average per practice	82 items
Difference	+78.3% 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.