Nifedipine Prescribing at NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
276
Total Quantity
11.4K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+47.3%
NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 276 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,610 to the NHS. This is 47.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 276 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,436 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,610 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.3% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 276 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +47.3% 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.