Cetirizine hydrochloride Prescribing at FIRSTCARE PRACTICE

Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies | Respiratory System

Items (12m)

812

Total Quantity

62.6K

NHS Cost

£2.9K

vs National Avg

+62.5%

FIRSTCARE PRACTICE prescribed 812 items of Cetirizine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,902 to the NHS. This is 62.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cetirizine hydrochloride is classified under Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	812
Total Quantity	62,624
Total NHS Cost	£2,902
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+62.5%

Cetirizine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	812 items
National average per practice	500 items
Difference	+62.5% 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.