Famotidine Prescribing at CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

308

Total Quantity

9,848

NHS Cost

£5.7K

vs National Avg

-36.9%

CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 308 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,684 to the NHS. This is 36.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	308
Total Quantity	9,848
Total NHS Cost	£5,684
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-36.9%

Famotidine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	308 items
National average per practice	488 items
Difference	-36.9% 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.