Famotidine Prescribing at WHITCHURCH SURGERY
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
727
Total Quantity
22.2K
NHS Cost
£13.3K
vs National Avg
+49%
WHITCHURCH SURGERY prescribed 727 items of Famotidine over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,256 to the NHS. This is 49% above the national average prescribing rate. Famotidine is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 727 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,256 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49% |
Famotidine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 727 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 488 items |
| Difference | +49% 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.