Orlistat Prescribing at SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR.
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
12.3K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+45.6%
SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 120 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,876 to the NHS. This is 45.6% 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
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 120 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,348 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,876 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.6% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 120 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +45.6% 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.