Famotidine Prescribing at BLACKTHORN

Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

305

Total Quantity

9,527

NHS Cost

£5.0K

vs National Avg

-37.5%

BLACKTHORN prescribed 305 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,039 to the NHS. This is 37.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	305
Total Quantity	9,527
Total NHS Cost	£5,039
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-37.5%

Famotidine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	305 items
National average per practice	488 items
Difference	-37.5% 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.