Nifedipine Prescribing at GARSTANG MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
710
Total Quantity
34.8K
NHS Cost
£9.5K
vs National Avg
+278.9%
GARSTANG MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 710 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,474 to the NHS. This is 278.9% 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
63
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 710 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,823 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,474 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | +278.9% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 710 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +278.9% 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.