Nifedipine Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
135
Total Quantity
5,598
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
-28%
RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 135 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,260 to the NHS. This is 28% below the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 135 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,598 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,260 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 135 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -28% 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.