Amlodipine Prescribing at SHIRLAND MEDICAL
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
3,411
Total Quantity
136.4K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
-35.2%
SHIRLAND MEDICAL prescribed 3,411 items of Amlodipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,764 to the NHS. This is 35.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Amlodipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
312
Jun 2026
298
Jun 2026
286
Jun 2026
285
Jun 2026
294
Jun 2026
279
Jun 2026
272
Jun 2026
305
Jun 2026
267
Jun 2026
300
Jun 2026
242
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,411 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 136,375 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,764 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.2% |
Amlodipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,411 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 5,261 items |
| Difference | -35.2% 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.