Promethazine hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGH STREET PRACTICE

Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies | Respiratory System

Items (12m)

536

Total Quantity

40.6K

NHS Cost

£3.5K

vs National Avg

+50%

HIGH STREET PRACTICE prescribed 536 items of Promethazine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,480 to the NHS. This is 50% above the national average prescribing rate. Promethazine hydrochloride is classified under Antihistamines, hyposensitisation and allergic emergencies in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	536
Total Quantity	40,598
Total NHS Cost	£3,480
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+50%

Promethazine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	536 items
National average per practice	357 items
Difference	+50% 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.