Verapamil hydrochloride Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
200
Total Quantity
16.6K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+120.4%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 200 items of Verapamil hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,529 to the NHS. This is 120.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Verapamil hydrochloride is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 200 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,635 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,529 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +120.4% |
Verapamil hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 200 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 91 items |
| Difference | +120.4% 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.