Nifedipine Prescribing at BEECHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
667
Total Quantity
18.2K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+255.9%
BEECHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 667 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,813 to the NHS. This is 255.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 667 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,207 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,813 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +255.9% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 667 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +255.9% 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.