Finasteride Prescribing at SOMERSET FHP O
Sex Hormones | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
521
Total Quantity
9,044
NHS Cost
£362
vs National Avg
-20.4%
SOMERSET FHP O prescribed 521 items of Finasteride over the last 12 months at a cost of £362 to the NHS. This is 20.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Finasteride is classified under Sex Hormones in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 521 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,044 |
| Total NHS Cost | £362 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.4% |
Finasteride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 521 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 655 items |
| Difference | -20.4% 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.