Nifedipine Prescribing at GILLINGHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
747
Total Quantity
30.0K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
+298.6%
GILLINGHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 747 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,969 to the NHS. This is 298.6% 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
62
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 747 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,968 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,969 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +298.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 747 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +298.6% 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.