Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing at BLACKDOWN PRACTICE

Drugs for genito-urinary disorders | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)
2,369
Total Quantity
70.3K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+74.9%

BLACKDOWN PRACTICE prescribed 2,369 items of Tamsulosin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,138 to the NHS. This is 74.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Tamsulosin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs for genito-urinary disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
181

Prescribing Details

Total Items2,369
Total Quantity70,339
Total NHS Cost£3,138
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+74.9%

Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice2,369 items
National average per practice1,355 items
Difference+74.9% vs national average
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.