Nifedipine Prescribing at NORTHIAM SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
219
Total Quantity
8,610
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+16.9%
NORTHIAM SURGERY prescribed 219 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,652 to the NHS. This is 16.9% 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
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,652 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.9% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +16.9% 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.