Amlodipine Prescribing at DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
8,370
Total Quantity
257.6K
NHS Cost
£5.6K
vs National Avg
+59.1%
DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES prescribed 8,370 items of Amlodipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,560 to the NHS. This is 59.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Amlodipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
723
Jul 2026
618
Jul 2026
777
Jul 2026
707
Jul 2026
662
Jul 2026
705
Jul 2026
676
Jul 2026
702
Jul 2026
737
Jul 2026
650
Jul 2026
701
Jul 2026
712
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,370 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 257,607 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,560 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.1% |
Amlodipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,370 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 5,261 items |
| Difference | +59.1% 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.