Sumatriptan succinate Prescribing at FIRST CONTACT & PC PATH

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

392

NHS Cost

£306

vs National Avg

-78.3%

FIRST CONTACT & PC PATH prescribed 77 items of Sumatriptan succinate over the last 12 months at a cost of £306 to the NHS. This is 78.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Sumatriptan succinate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	77
Total Quantity	392
Total NHS Cost	£306
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-78.3%

Sumatriptan succinate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	77 items
National average per practice	354 items
Difference	-78.3% 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.