Amlodipine Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
6,242
Total Quantity
138.6K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+18.6%
ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 6,242 items of Amlodipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,050 to the NHS. This is 18.6% 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
521
Jul 2026
491
Jul 2026
551
Jul 2026
506
Jul 2026
501
Jul 2026
543
Jul 2026
504
Jul 2026
498
Jul 2026
539
Jul 2026
484
Jul 2026
537
Jul 2026
567
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,242 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 138,555 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,050 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.6% |
Amlodipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,242 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 5,261 items |
| Difference | +18.6% vs national average |
Explore More
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.