Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing at FAKENHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System

Items (12m)
2,052
Total Quantity
74.2K
NHS Cost
£14.4K
vs National Avg
+568.2%

FAKENHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,052 items of Diltiazem hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,359 to the NHS. This is 568.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Diltiazem hydrochloride is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
170

Prescribing Details

Total Items2,052
Total Quantity74,202
Total NHS Cost£14,359
Presentations28 different forms
vs National Average+568.2%

Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice2,052 items
National average per practice307 items
Difference+568.2% vs national average
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.