Nifedipine Prescribing at SHIRLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
369
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+96.9%
SHIRLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 369 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,798 to the NHS. This is 96.9% 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
33
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 369 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,658 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,798 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +96.9% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 369 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +96.9% 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.