Nifedipine Prescribing at RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
653
Total Quantity
36.9K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
+248.4%
RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 653 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,508 to the NHS. This is 248.4% 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
44
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 653 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,508 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +248.4% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 653 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +248.4% 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.