Nifedipine Prescribing at CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
273
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+45.7%
CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY prescribed 273 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,585 to the NHS. This is 45.7% 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
26
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 273 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,086 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,585 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.7% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 273 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +45.7% 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.