Famotidine Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE

Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

697

Total Quantity

21.8K

NHS Cost

£13.4K

vs National Avg

+42.8%

THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 697 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,421 to the NHS. This is 42.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	697
Total Quantity	21,806
Total NHS Cost	£13,421
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+42.8%

Famotidine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	697 items
National average per practice	488 items
Difference	+42.8% 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.