Colestyramine Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
52
Total Quantity
2,594
NHS Cost
£798
vs National Avg
+80.5%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 52 items of Colestyramine over the last 12 months at a cost of £798 to the NHS. This is 80.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Colestyramine is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 52 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,594 |
| Total NHS Cost | £798 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +80.5% |
Colestyramine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 52 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 29 items |
| Difference | +80.5% 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.