Nifedipine Prescribing at NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
272
Total Quantity
18.2K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+45.1%
NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 272 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,630 to the NHS. This is 45.1% 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
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 272 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,220 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,630 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.1% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 272 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +45.1% 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.