Orlistat Prescribing at MELTHAM ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
99
Total Quantity
9,912
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+20.1%
MELTHAM ROAD SURGERY prescribed 99 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,337 to the NHS. This is 20.1% 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
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 99 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,912 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,337 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.1% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 99 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +20.1% 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.