Orlistat Prescribing at WEST HEATH SURGERY
Drugs used in the treatment of obesity | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
285
Total Quantity
28.6K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
+245.8%
WEST HEATH SURGERY prescribed 285 items of Orlistat over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,747 to the NHS. This is 245.8% 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
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 285 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,552 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,747 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +245.8% |
Orlistat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 285 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 82 items |
| Difference | +245.8% 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.