Famotidine Prescribing at BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR.
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
596
Total Quantity
21.2K
NHS Cost
£11.5K
vs National Avg
+22.1%
BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 596 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,468 to the NHS. This is 22.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 596 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,231 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,468 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.1% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 596 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +22.1% 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.