Nifedipine Prescribing at BLACKHALL AND PETERLEE PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
425
Total Quantity
23.2K
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
+126.8%
BLACKHALL AND PETERLEE PRACTICE prescribed 425 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,460 to the NHS. This is 126.8% 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
44
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 425 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,185 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,460 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126.8% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 425 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +126.8% 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.