Famotidine Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE

Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

824

Total Quantity

18.0K

NHS Cost

£10.1K

vs National Avg

+68.9%

THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 824 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,077 to the NHS. This is 68.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

104

Prescribing Details

Total Items	824
Total Quantity	17,990
Total NHS Cost	£10,077
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+68.9%

Famotidine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	824 items
National average per practice	488 items
Difference	+68.9% 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.