Amlodipine Prescribing at CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
6,226
Total Quantity
261.4K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
+18.3%
CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 6,226 items of Amlodipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,909 to the NHS. This is 18.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Amlodipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
519
Jun 2026
482
Jun 2026
532
Jun 2026
535
Jun 2026
484
Jun 2026
581
Jun 2026
480
Jun 2026
546
Jun 2026
524
Jun 2026
505
Jun 2026
481
Jun 2026
557
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,226 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 261,391 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,909 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.3% |
Amlodipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,226 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 5,261 items |
| Difference | +18.3% 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.