Sumatriptan succinate Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
658
Total Quantity
5,006
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+85.8%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 658 items of Sumatriptan succinate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,154 to the NHS. This is 85.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Sumatriptan succinate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 658 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,006 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,154 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.8% |
Sumatriptan succinate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 658 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 354 items |
| Difference | +85.8% 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.