Famotidine Prescribing at PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
618
Total Quantity
22.2K
NHS Cost
£12.9K
vs National Avg
+26.7%
PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 618 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,869 to the NHS. This is 26.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 618 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,204 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,869 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.7% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 618 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +26.7% 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.