Nifedipine Prescribing at SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR.
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
629
Total Quantity
39.9K
NHS Cost
£8.1K
vs National Avg
+235.6%
SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 629 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,050 to the NHS. This is 235.6% 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
53
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 629 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,864 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,050 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +235.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 629 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +235.6% 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.