Nifedipine Prescribing at SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
105
Total Quantity
6,042
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-44%
SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 105 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,908 to the NHS. This is 44% 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
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 105 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,042 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,908 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 105 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -44% 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.