Famotidine Prescribing at LUSON
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
578
Total Quantity
25.0K
NHS Cost
£14.1K
vs National Avg
+18.5%
LUSON prescribed 578 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,058 to the NHS. This is 18.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 578 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,003 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,058 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.5% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 578 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +18.5% 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.