Nifedipine Prescribing at COUNTESTHORPE HEALTH CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
135
Total Quantity
11.6K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
-28%
COUNTESTHORPE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 135 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,798 to the NHS. This is 28% below the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 135 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,618 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,798 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 135 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -28% 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.