Orlistat Prescribing at LEASOWE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

171

Total Quantity

11.0K

NHS Cost

£2.8K

vs National Avg

+107.5%

LEASOWE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 171 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,832 to the NHS. This is 107.5% 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	171
Total Quantity	11,025
Total NHS Cost	£2,832
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+107.5%

Orlistat Prescribing Comparison

This practice	171 items
National average per practice	82 items
Difference	+107.5% 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.