Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing at DOWNTON SURGERY
Drugs for genito-urinary disorders | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,579
Total Quantity
47.2K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+16.5%
DOWNTON SURGERY prescribed 1,579 items of Tamsulosin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,161 to the NHS. This is 16.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Tamsulosin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs for genito-urinary disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
131
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,579 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,175 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,161 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.5% |
Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,579 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,355 items |
| Difference | +16.5% 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.