Nifedipine Prescribing at ESK VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
246
Total Quantity
12.6K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+31.3%
ESK VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 246 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,007 to the NHS. This is 31.3% 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
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 246 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,644 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,007 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.3% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 246 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +31.3% 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.