Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,028
Total Quantity
56.0K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
+234.7%
THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 1,028 items of Diltiazem hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,242 to the NHS. This is 234.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diltiazem hydrochloride is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,028 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 55,982 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,242 |
| Presentations | 26 different forms |
| vs National Average | +234.7% |
Diltiazem hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,028 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 307 items |
| Difference | +234.7% 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.