Nifedipine Prescribing at THE BARKANTINE PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
596
Total Quantity
19.3K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+218%
THE BARKANTINE PRACTICE prescribed 596 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,916 to the NHS. This is 218% 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
54
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 596 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,338 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,916 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +218% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 596 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +218% 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.