Nifedipine Prescribing at PEEL GPS
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
360
Total Quantity
21.0K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+92.1%
PEEL GPS prescribed 360 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,612 to the NHS. This is 92.1% 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
28
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 360 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,968 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,612 |
| Presentations | 19 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92.1% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 360 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +92.1% 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.