Nifedipine Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
228
Total Quantity
9,590
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+21.7%
ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 228 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,771 to the NHS. This is 21.7% 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
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 228 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,771 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.7% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 228 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +21.7% 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.