Omeprazole Prescribing at WHITBURN SURGERY
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,015
Total Quantity
77.3K
NHS Cost
£31.4K
vs National Avg
-54.7%
WHITBURN SURGERY prescribed 2,015 items of Omeprazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £31,384 to the NHS. This is 54.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Omeprazole is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
166
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,015 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,298 |
| Total NHS Cost | £31,384 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54.7% |
Omeprazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,015 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4,445 items |
| Difference | -54.7% 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.