Famotidine Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,094
Total Quantity
76.4K
NHS Cost
£45.5K
vs National Avg
+329.2%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 2,094 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £45,478 to the NHS. This is 329.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
198
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,094 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,399 |
| Total NHS Cost | £45,478 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +329.2% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,094 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +329.2% 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.