Number and cost of prescriptions for angina pectoris in the UK during 2000
| Class of drug (% prescribed) | Number of prescriptions | Total cost |
|---|---|---|
| Aspirin (90%) | 4.6 million | £3.0 million |
| β Blockers (60%) | 3.1 million | £8.7 million |
| Calcium antagonists (50%) | 2.5 million | £21.5 million |
| Nitrates, oral and patch (50%) | 2.6 million | £10.7 million |
| Nitrates, sublingual (90%) | 1.3 million | £2.0 million |
| Statins (25%) | 1.2 million | £17.4 million |
| Potassium channel activators (18%) | 0.9 million | £10.2 million |
| Total | 16.0 million | £73.4 million |