Nifedipine Prescribing at HETHERINGTON GROUP PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
134
Total Quantity
7,881
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-28.5%
HETHERINGTON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 134 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,227 to the NHS. This is 28.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 134 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,881 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,227 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.5% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 134 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -28.5% 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.