Digoxin Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Positive inotropic drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
632
Total Quantity
11.3K
NHS Cost
£855
vs National Avg
+67%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 632 items of Digoxin over the last 12 months at a cost of £855 to the NHS. This is 67% above the national average prescribing rate. Digoxin is classified under Positive inotropic drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 632 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,281 |
| Total NHS Cost | £855 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67% |
Digoxin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 632 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 379 items |
| Difference | +67% 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.