Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing at HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY
Drugs for genito-urinary disorders | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
3,132
Total Quantity
82.0K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
+131.2%
HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 3,132 items of Tamsulosin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,803 to the NHS. This is 131.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Tamsulosin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs for genito-urinary disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
284
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
271
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
256
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,132 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,976 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,803 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +131.2% |
Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,132 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,355 items |
| Difference | +131.2% 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.