Nifedipine Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT.
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
483
Total Quantity
25.2K
NHS Cost
£4.0K
vs National Avg
+157.7%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 483 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,981 to the NHS. This is 157.7% 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
44
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 483 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,183 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,981 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +157.7% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 483 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +157.7% 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.