Amlodipine Prescribing at KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
6,369
Total Quantity
186.1K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+21.1%
KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 6,369 items of Amlodipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,660 to the NHS. This is 21.1% 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
511
Jul 2026
479
Jul 2026
547
Jul 2026
526
Jul 2026
506
Jul 2026
562
Jul 2026
521
Jul 2026
547
Jul 2026
566
Jul 2026
515
Jul 2026
521
Jul 2026
568
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,369 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 186,145 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,660 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.1% |
Amlodipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,369 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 5,261 items |
| Difference | +21.1% 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.