Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Drugs for genito-urinary disorders | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
2,319
Total Quantity
83.6K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+71.2%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 2,319 items of Tamsulosin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,706 to the NHS. This is 71.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Tamsulosin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs for genito-urinary disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
208
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,319 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 83,595 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,706 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.2% |
Tamsulosin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,319 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,355 items |
| Difference | +71.2% 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.