Nifedipine Prescribing at BLYTH ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
245
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+30.7%
BLYTH ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 245 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,284 to the NHS. This is 30.7% 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
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 245 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,284 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.7% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 245 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +30.7% 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.