Glimepiride Prescribing at DRIGHLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
5,087
NHS Cost
£160
vs National Avg
+82.1%
DRIGHLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 168 items of Glimepiride over the last 12 months at a cost of £160 to the NHS. This is 82.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Glimepiride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,087 |
| Total NHS Cost | £160 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.1% |
Glimepiride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +82.1% 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.