Nifedipine Prescribing at THORNTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
229
Total Quantity
16.3K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+22.2%
THORNTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 229 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,360 to the NHS. This is 22.2% 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
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 229 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,330 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,360 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.2% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 229 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +22.2% 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.