LOUI CHAN GATDULA MD
Prescription History 1528314721
Internal Medicine in Longview, TX
What does Dr. Gatdula prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Gatdula wrote 6,182 Medicare prescriptions for 124 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 451 prescriptions for 148 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Gatdula prescribes.
Medications 124 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Texas prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 451 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $8.57 per fill, versus $9.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 290 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $6.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 208 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $11.06 per fill, versus $11.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 178 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 171 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $8.22 per fill, versus $9.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 162 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 148 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.65 per fill, versus $19.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 138 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $24.61 per fill, versus $23.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 137 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $23.41 per fill, versus $15.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 134 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $17.06 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 122 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 119 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $4.82 per fill, versus $4.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 117 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $3.84 per fill, versus $5.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 107 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $12.72 per fill, versus $10.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 105 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $14.80 per fill, versus $14.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 100 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $17.23 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 99 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 81% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $18.85 per fill, versus $13.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 98 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $7.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 96 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $16.86 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 90 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $27.93 per fill, versus $28.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 90 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $12.00 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 81 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.65 per fill, versus $16.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 80 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.82 per fill, versus $10.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 80 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.47 per fill, versus $10.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 77 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $8.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 75 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.38 per fill, versus $11.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 75 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $19.91 per fill, versus $25.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 71 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 69 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $15.96 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 66 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $23.31 per fill, versus $23.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 58 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.90 per fill, versus $13.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 54 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 52 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $3.03 per fill, versus $5.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 51 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.44 per fill, versus $14.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 48 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.83 per fill, versus $9.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 48 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $32.29 per fill, versus $25.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 45 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $13.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 43 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 42 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,197.67 per fill, versus $860.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 40 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,477.35 per fill, versus $1,267.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 40 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,798.33 per fill, versus $1,293.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 40 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $12.88 per fill, versus $10.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 38 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $1,075.45 per fill, versus $870.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 38 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $652.24 per fill, versus $752.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 37 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $20.81 per fill, versus $18.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 36 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $8.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 36 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $18.78 per fill, versus $12.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 36 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $18.15 per fill, versus $7.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 35 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $13.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 33 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $23.85 per fill, versus $29.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 33 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 81% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $41.91 per fill, versus $16.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $17.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 32 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $17.42 per fill, versus $8.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 32 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 85% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $9.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 32 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $37.77 per fill, versus $17.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 32 prescriptions for Temazepam, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.98 per fill, versus $12.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 31 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.26 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 31 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.71 per fill, versus $17.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 30 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 68% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.20 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 30 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $10.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 28 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $228.05 per fill, versus $208.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 28 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $16.24 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 28 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,396.81 per fill, versus $1,092.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 27 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $14.01 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 27 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.18 per fill, versus $3.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 27 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $26.82 per fill, versus $23.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 26 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $10.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 26 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $4.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 26 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $18.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 25 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $19.43 per fill, versus $17.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 25 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.46 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 24 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $70.60 per fill, versus $47.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 23 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.20 per fill, versus $12.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 23 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $60.37 per fill, versus $35.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 22 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $7.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 22 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $56.10 per fill, versus $13.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 22 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $10.75 per fill, versus $10.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 21 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $30.77 per fill, versus $24.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 21 prescriptions for Ibu, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $2.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 21 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $8.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 21 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $300.61 per fill, versus $317.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 20 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.71 per fill, versus $14.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 20 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $22.23 per fill, versus $19.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 20 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $23.00 per fill, versus $17.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 20 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.19 per fill, versus $16.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 19 prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $12.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 19 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.97 per fill, versus $8.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 19 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.12 per fill, versus $6.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 19 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $17.10 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 19 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 41% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $27.11 per fill, versus $19.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 18 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $21.32 per fill, versus $37.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 18 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 75% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $37.67 per fill, versus $20.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 18 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $85.23 per fill, versus $135.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 18 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $50.38 per fill, versus $33.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 17 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.84 per fill, versus $14.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $17.36 per fill, versus $14.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 17 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $20.59 per fill, versus $15.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 17 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $79.77 per fill, versus $66.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 16 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $58.92 per fill, versus $97.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 16 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $141.82 per fill, versus $89.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $29.79 per fill, versus $18.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.54 per fill, versus $4.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.32 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat diarrhea.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $29.21 per fill, versus $21.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.08 per fill, versus $5.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $8.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $16.38 per fill, versus $12.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.28 per fill, versus $19.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 15 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,821.40 per fill, versus $1,393.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 14 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $6.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $28.34 per fill, versus $23.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.51 per fill, versus $7.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $583.52 per fill, versus $522.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.32 per fill, versus $14.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $27.85 per fill, versus $12.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.60 per fill, versus $5.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 13 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $14.27 per fill, versus $11.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 12 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $9.15 per fill, versus $10.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 12 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $2.94 per fill, versus $3.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $6.25 per fill, versus $10.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,540.70 per fill, versus $1,016.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $17.83 per fill, versus $22.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 11 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $13.26 per fill, versus $36.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Gatdula wrote 11 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $38.62 per fill, versus $68.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Gatdula’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Gatdula prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Gatdula's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (451), Amlodipine Besylate (290) and Pantoprazole Sodium (208).
How does Dr. Gatdula's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 124 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Gatdula prescribes 25 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 36 about as often and 63 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Gatdula prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Texas prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
