Omeprazole Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
7,134
Total Quantity
401.0K
NHS Cost
£23.0K
vs National Avg
+60.5%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 7,134 items of Omeprazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £23,023 to the NHS. This is 60.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Omeprazole is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
608
Jun 2026
570
Jun 2026
600
Jun 2026
573
Jun 2026
536
Jun 2026
623
Jun 2026
629
Jun 2026
606
Jun 2026
653
Jun 2026
536
Jun 2026
623
Jun 2026
577
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,134 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 400,993 |
| Total NHS Cost | £23,023 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.5% |
Omeprazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,134 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4,445 items |
| Difference | +60.5% 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.