Nifedipine Prescribing at OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
434
Total Quantity
22.5K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+131.6%
OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 434 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,777 to the NHS. This is 131.6% 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
34
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 434 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,528 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,777 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +131.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 434 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +131.6% 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.