Orlistat Prescribing at MARSH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
529
Total Quantity
44.1K
NHS Cost
£10.9K
vs National Avg
+541.8%
MARSH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 529 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,875 to the NHS. This is 541.8% 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
59
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 529 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,128 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,875 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +541.8% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 529 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +541.8% 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.