Nifedipine Prescribing at TOWNFIELD DOCTORS SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
439
Total Quantity
10.6K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+134.2%
TOWNFIELD DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 439 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,793 to the NHS. This is 134.2% 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
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 439 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,572 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,793 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +134.2% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 439 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +134.2% 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.