Famotidine Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,399
Total Quantity
89.2K
NHS Cost
£50.6K
vs National Avg
+391.7%
THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,399 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £50,594 to the NHS. This is 391.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
223
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,399 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 89,179 |
| Total NHS Cost | £50,594 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +391.7% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,399 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +391.7% 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.