Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing at LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,524
Total Quantity
59.9K
NHS Cost
£12.8K
vs National Avg
+396.3%
LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,524 items of Diltiazem hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,762 to the NHS. This is 396.3% 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
138
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
113
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,524 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 59,907 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,762 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +396.3% |
Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,524 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 307 items |
| Difference | +396.3% 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.