Omeprazole Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
7,164
Total Quantity
332.9K
NHS Cost
£13.5K
vs National Avg
+61.2%
ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 7,164 items of Omeprazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,518 to the NHS. This is 61.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Omeprazole is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
812
Jul 2026
582
Jul 2026
664
Jul 2026
649
Jul 2026
585
Jul 2026
611
Jul 2026
551
Jul 2026
566
Jul 2026
565
Jul 2026
498
Jul 2026
531
Jul 2026
550
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,164 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 332,913 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,518 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.2% |
Omeprazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,164 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4,445 items |
| Difference | +61.2% 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.