Atenolol Prescribing at BEACON PRIMARY CARE
Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,255
Total Quantity
38.7K
NHS Cost
£868
vs National Avg
+108.1%
BEACON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 1,255 items of Atenolol over the last 12 months at a cost of £868 to the NHS. This is 108.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Atenolol is classified under Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
94
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,255 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,699 |
| Total NHS Cost | £868 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +108.1% |
Atenolol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,255 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 603 items |
| Difference | +108.1% 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.