Nifedipine Prescribing at GREAT BARR PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
274
Total Quantity
17.0K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+46.2%
GREAT BARR PRACTICE prescribed 274 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,886 to the NHS. This is 46.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 274 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,046 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,886 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.2% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 274 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +46.2% 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.