Nifedipine Prescribing at HELIX MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
147
Total Quantity
7,288
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
-21.6%
HELIX MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 147 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,253 to the NHS. This is 21.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 147 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,288 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,253 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 147 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -21.6% 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.