Colestyramine Prescribing at LOWER CLAPTON GENERAL PRACTICE

Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,423

NHS Cost

£1.4K

vs National Avg

+111.8%

LOWER CLAPTON GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 61 items of Colestyramine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,441 to the NHS. This is 111.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Colestyramine is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	61
Total Quantity	4,423
Total NHS Cost	£1,441
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+111.8%

Colestyramine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	61 items
National average per practice	29 items
Difference	+111.8% 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.