Orlistat Prescribing at OLDBURY HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
346
Total Quantity
30.0K
NHS Cost
£7.1K
vs National Avg
+319.8%
OLDBURY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 346 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,131 to the NHS. This is 319.8% 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
30
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 346 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,988 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,131 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +319.8% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 346 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +319.8% vs national average |
Explore More
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.