Nifedipine Prescribing at LOCKSTOWN PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
245
Total Quantity
15.1K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+30.7%
LOCKSTOWN PRACTICE prescribed 245 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,817 to the NHS. This is 30.7% 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
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 245 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,124 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,817 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.7% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 245 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +30.7% 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.