Nifedipine Prescribing at THE GRANTHAM PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
584
Total Quantity
28.0K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+211.6%
THE GRANTHAM PRACTICE prescribed 584 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,390 to the NHS. This is 211.6% 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
52
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 584 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,965 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,390 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +211.6% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 584 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +211.6% 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.