Nifedipine Prescribing at HIGH STREET PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
895
Total Quantity
67.8K
NHS Cost
£10.0K
vs National Avg
+377.6%
HIGH STREET PRACTICE prescribed 895 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,049 to the NHS. This is 377.6% 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
73
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 895 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,847 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,049 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | +377.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 895 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +377.6% vs national average |
Explore More
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.