Famotidine Prescribing at NEWTONS PRACTICE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
662
Total Quantity
30.3K
NHS Cost
£16.4K
vs National Avg
+35.7%
NEWTONS PRACTICE prescribed 662 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,444 to the NHS. This is 35.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 662 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,275 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,444 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.7% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 662 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +35.7% 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.