Atenolol Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,179
Total Quantity
34.9K
NHS Cost
£770
vs National Avg
+95.5%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 1,179 items of Atenolol over the last 12 months at a cost of £770 to the NHS. This is 95.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Atenolol is classified under Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,179 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,888 |
| Total NHS Cost | £770 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +95.5% |
Atenolol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,179 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 603 items |
| Difference | +95.5% 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.