Omeprazole Prescribing at WHITLEY BAY HEALTH CENTRE
Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
6,829
Total Quantity
332.0K
NHS Cost
£23.1K
vs National Avg
+53.6%
WHITLEY BAY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 6,829 items of Omeprazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £23,142 to the NHS. This is 53.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Omeprazole is classified under Antisecretory drugs and mucosal protectants in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
571
Jul 2026
537
Jul 2026
624
Jul 2026
581
Jul 2026
541
Jul 2026
609
Jul 2026
555
Jul 2026
579
Jul 2026
578
Jul 2026
530
Jul 2026
573
Jul 2026
551
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,829 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 331,997 |
| Total NHS Cost | £23,142 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.6% |
Omeprazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,829 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4,445 items |
| Difference | +53.6% 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.