Nifedipine Prescribing at ASHTON MEDICAL GROUP
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
450
Total Quantity
24.4K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
+140.1%
ASHTON MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 450 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,256 to the NHS. This is 140.1% 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
36
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 450 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,395 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,256 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +140.1% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 450 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +140.1% 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.