Nifedipine Prescribing at PRESCOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
198
Total Quantity
7,478
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+5.7%
PRESCOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 198 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,404 to the NHS. This is 5.7% 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
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 198 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,478 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,404 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.7% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 198 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +5.7% 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.