Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing at MERTON LODGE SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
281
Total Quantity
13.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-8.5%
MERTON LODGE SURGERY prescribed 281 items of Diltiazem hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,858 to the NHS. This is 8.5% below 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
26
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 281 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,502 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,858 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.5% |
Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 281 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 307 items |
| Difference | -8.5% 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.