Nifedipine Prescribing at SKYWAYS MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
406
Total Quantity
17.0K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+116.6%
SKYWAYS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 406 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,833 to the NHS. This is 116.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 406 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,981 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,833 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +116.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 406 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +116.6% 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.