Nifedipine Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
202
Total Quantity
7,732
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+7.8%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 202 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,106 to the NHS. This is 7.8% 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
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 202 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,732 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,106 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.8% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 202 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +7.8% 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.