Nicorandil Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
224
Total Quantity
7,890
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+55.6%
GP DIRECT prescribed 224 items of Nicorandil over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,183 to the NHS. This is 55.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nicorandil is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 224 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,890 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,183 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +55.6% |
Nicorandil Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 224 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 144 items |
| Difference | +55.6% 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.