Nifedipine Prescribing at WALKDEN MEDICAL CENTRE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-10.4%
WALKDEN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 168 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,576 to the NHS. This is 10.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Nifedipine is classified under Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,214 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,576 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.4% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | -10.4% 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.