Nifedipine Prescribing at HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
323
Total Quantity
17.6K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+72.4%
HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 323 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,757 to the NHS. This is 72.4% 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
32
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 323 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,554 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,757 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.4% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 323 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +72.4% 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.