Famotidine Prescribing at DERWENT MEDICAL CENTRE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
172
Total Quantity
6,853
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
-64.7%
DERWENT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 172 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,541 to the NHS. This is 64.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 172 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,853 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,541 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -64.7% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 172 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | -64.7% 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.