Nifedipine Prescribing at MYRTLE GROUP PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
283
Total Quantity
21.8K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+51%
MYRTLE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 283 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,337 to the NHS. This is 51% 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
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 283 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,804 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,337 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 283 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +51% 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.