Nifedipine Prescribing at WATLING STREET PRACTICE
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
431
Total Quantity
32.5K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
+130%
WATLING STREET PRACTICE prescribed 431 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,628 to the NHS. This is 130% 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
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 431 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,508 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,628 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +130% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 431 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +130% 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.