Orlistat Prescribing at WATLING STREET PRACTICE

Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

224

Total Quantity

21.1K

NHS Cost

£5.1K

vs National Avg

+171.8%

WATLING STREET PRACTICE prescribed 224 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,145 to the NHS. This is 171.8% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	224
Total Quantity	21,112
Total NHS Cost	£5,145
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+171.8%

Orlistat Prescribing Comparison

This practice	224 items
National average per practice	82 items
Difference	+171.8% 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.