Betahistine hydrochloride Prescribing at GP DIRECT

Drugs used in nausea and vertigo | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

504

Total Quantity

40.2K

NHS Cost

£1.4K

vs National Avg

+111.1%

GP DIRECT prescribed 504 items of Betahistine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,398 to the NHS. This is 111.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Betahistine hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in nausea and vertigo in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	504
Total Quantity	40,186
Total NHS Cost	£1,398
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+111.1%

Betahistine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	504 items
National average per practice	239 items
Difference	+111.1% 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.