Famotidine Prescribing at POPLAR GROVE PRACTICE

Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

1,015

Total Quantity

39.7K

NHS Cost

£22.2K

vs National Avg

+108%

POPLAR GROVE PRACTICE prescribed 1,015 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,175 to the NHS. This is 108% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

103

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,015
Total Quantity	39,730
Total NHS Cost	£22,175
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+108%

Famotidine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,015 items
National average per practice	488 items
Difference	+108% 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.