Nifedipine Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
236
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+25.9%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 236 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,790 to the NHS. This is 25.9% 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
24
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 236 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,226 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,790 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.9% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 236 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +25.9% 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.