Atenolol Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,181
Total Quantity
36.0K
NHS Cost
£791
vs National Avg
+95.9%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,181 items of Atenolol over the last 12 months at a cost of £791 to the NHS. This is 95.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Atenolol is classified under Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,181 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £791 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +95.9% |
Atenolol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,181 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 603 items |
| Difference | +95.9% 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.