Nifedipine Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE

Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System

Items (12m)

314

Total Quantity

9,632

NHS Cost

£2.8K

vs National Avg

+67.5%

RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 314 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,751 to the NHS. This is 67.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	314
Total Quantity	9,632
Total NHS Cost	£2,751
Presentations	12 different forms
vs National Average	+67.5%

Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	314 items
National average per practice	187 items
Difference	+67.5% 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.