Omeprazole Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
11,726
Total Quantity
371.7K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
+163.8%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 11,726 items of Omeprazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,277 to the NHS. This is 163.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Omeprazole is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
1,041
Jun 2026
1,047
Jun 2026
1,032
Jun 2026
1,005
Jun 2026
937
Jun 2026
1,043
Jun 2026
964
Jun 2026
945
Jun 2026
1,039
Jun 2026
881
Jun 2026
891
Jun 2026
901
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 11,726 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 371,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,277 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +163.8% |
Omeprazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 11,726 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4,445 items |
| Difference | +163.8% 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.