Glimepiride Prescribing at WHITBURN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
7,701
NHS Cost
£238
vs National Avg
+149.3%
WHITBURN SURGERY prescribed 230 items of Glimepiride over the last 12 months at a cost of £238 to the NHS. This is 149.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Glimepiride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,701 |
| Total NHS Cost | £238 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +149.3% |
Glimepiride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +149.3% 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.