Nifedipine Prescribing at THE GOOD PRACTICE

Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System

Items (12m)

263

Total Quantity

7,816

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

+40.3%

THE GOOD PRACTICE prescribed 263 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,172 to the NHS. This is 40.3% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	263
Total Quantity	7,816
Total NHS Cost	£1,172
Presentations	12 different forms
vs National Average	+40.3%

Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	263 items
National average per practice	187 items
Difference	+40.3% 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.