Orlistat Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
119
Total Quantity
14.9K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+44.4%
THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 119 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,626 to the NHS. This is 44.4% 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
7
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 119 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,910 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,626 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.4% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 119 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +44.4% 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.