Glimepiride Prescribing at BOWLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

2,870

NHS Cost

£95

vs National Avg

+50.6%

BOWLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 139 items of Glimepiride over the last 12 months at a cost of £95 to the NHS. This is 50.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Glimepiride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	139
Total Quantity	2,870
Total NHS Cost	£95
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+50.6%

Glimepiride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	139 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+50.6% 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.