Famotidine Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
842
Total Quantity
31.6K
NHS Cost
£18.8K
vs National Avg
+72.6%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 842 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,848 to the NHS. This is 72.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 842 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,848 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.6% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 842 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +72.6% 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.