Glimepiride Prescribing at OCTAGON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
221
Total Quantity
8,548
NHS Cost
£262
vs National Avg
+139.5%
OCTAGON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 221 items of Glimepiride over the last 12 months at a cost of £262 to the NHS. This is 139.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Glimepiride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 221 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £262 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.5% |
Glimepiride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 221 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +139.5% 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.