Acarbose Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
56
Total Quantity
1,176
NHS Cost
£500
vs National Avg
+379.7%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 56 items of Acarbose over the last 12 months at a cost of £500 to the NHS. This is 379.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Acarbose is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 56 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,176 |
| Total NHS Cost | £500 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +379.7% |
Acarbose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 56 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 12 items |
| Difference | +379.7% 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.