Nifedipine Prescribing at OAKLANDS SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
552
Total Quantity
29.6K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
+194.5%
OAKLANDS SURGERY prescribed 552 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,035 to the NHS. This is 194.5% 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
50
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 552 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,035 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +194.5% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 552 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +194.5% 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.