Nifedipine Prescribing at WATERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
202
Total Quantity
14.8K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+7.8%
WATERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 202 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,016 to the NHS. This is 7.8% 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
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 202 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,825 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,016 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.8% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 202 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +7.8% 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.