Nifedipine Prescribing at BENCHILL MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
327
Total Quantity
11.1K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+74.5%
BENCHILL MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 327 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,410 to the NHS. This is 74.5% 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
29
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 327 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,135 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,410 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.5% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 327 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +74.5% 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.