Nifedipine Prescribing at WIGSTON CENTRAL SURGERY
Nitrates, calcium-channel blockers & other antianginal drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
442
Total Quantity
31.7K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+135.8%
WIGSTON CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 442 items of Nifedipine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,072 to the NHS. This is 135.8% 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
44
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 442 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,654 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,072 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +135.8% |
Nifedipine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 442 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 187 items |
| Difference | +135.8% 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.