Pioglitazone hydrochloride Prescribing at SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
131
Total Quantity
4,249
NHS Cost
£172
vs National Avg
+48.1%
SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 131 items of Pioglitazone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £172 to the NHS. This is 48.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Pioglitazone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 131 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,249 |
| Total NHS Cost | £172 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.1% |
Pioglitazone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 131 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 88 items |
| Difference | +48.1% 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.