Nifedipine Prescribing at ALNWICK MEDICAL GROUP
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
887
Total Quantity
18.6K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+373.3%
ALNWICK MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 887 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,726 to the NHS. This is 373.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
93
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 887 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,625 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,726 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +373.3% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 887 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +373.3% 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.