Omeprazole Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
9,803
Total Quantity
380.3K
NHS Cost
£25.8K
vs National Avg
+120.5%
GP DIRECT prescribed 9,803 items of Omeprazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £25,806 to the NHS. This is 120.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Omeprazole is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
814
Jun 2026
816
Jun 2026
839
Jun 2026
729
Jun 2026
856
Jun 2026
854
Jun 2026
741
Jun 2026
841
Jun 2026
871
Jun 2026
773
Jun 2026
875
Jun 2026
794
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,803 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 380,341 |
| Total NHS Cost | £25,806 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +120.5% |
Omeprazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,803 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4,445 items |
| Difference | +120.5% 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.