Amlodipine Prescribing at PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
6,993
Total Quantity
258.3K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
+32.9%
PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 6,993 items of Amlodipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,420 to the NHS. This is 32.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Amlodipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
604
Jul 2026
535
Jul 2026
575
Jul 2026
594
Jul 2026
569
Jul 2026
590
Jul 2026
571
Jul 2026
633
Jul 2026
584
Jul 2026
564
Jul 2026
587
Jul 2026
587
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,993 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 258,312 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,420 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.9% |
Amlodipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,993 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 5,261 items |
| Difference | +32.9% 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.