Nifedipine Prescribing at LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY

Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System

Items (12m)

116

Total Quantity

4,834

NHS Cost

£858

vs National Avg

-38.1%

LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY prescribed 116 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £858 to the NHS. This is 38.1% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	116
Total Quantity	4,834
Total NHS Cost	£858
Presentations	9 different forms
vs National Average	-38.1%

Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	116 items
National average per practice	187 items
Difference	-38.1% 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.