Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Drugs for genito-urinary disorders | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
2,852
Total Quantity
96.4K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+110.5%
GP DIRECT prescribed 2,852 items of Tamsulosin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,184 to the NHS. This is 110.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Tamsulosin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs for genito-urinary disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
248
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
222
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,852 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 96,445 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,184 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +110.5% |
Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,852 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,355 items |
| Difference | +110.5% 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.