Orlistat Prescribing at SWANSCOMBE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
322
Total Quantity
31.3K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
+290.6%
SWANSCOMBE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 322 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,563 to the NHS. This is 290.6% 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
31
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 322 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,332 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,563 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +290.6% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 322 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +290.6% 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.