Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
541
Total Quantity
27.5K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
+76.2%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 541 items of Diltiazem hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,528 to the NHS. This is 76.2% 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
47
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,505 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,528 |
| Presentations | 24 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.2% |
Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 307 items |
| Difference | +76.2% 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.