Nifedipine Prescribing at BLACKDOWN PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
179
Total Quantity
6,188
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-4.5%
BLACKDOWN PRACTICE prescribed 179 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,070 to the NHS. This is 4.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 179 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,188 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,070 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.5% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 179 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -4.5% 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.