Famotidine Prescribing at PENN SURGERY
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
138
Total Quantity
4,242
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
-71.7%
PENN SURGERY prescribed 138 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,666 to the NHS. This is 71.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,242 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,666 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.7% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | -71.7% 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.