Diclofenac potassium

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (National)

6,104

NHS Cost

£58.3K

Practices

1,687

Avg per Practice

Overview

Diclofenac potassium is prescribed by 1,687 GP practices across England. In the last 12 months, 6,104 items were prescribed at a total cost of £58,287 to the NHS. It is classified under BNF Chapter Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases, Section Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

No monthly data available.

Prescribing by Area

Area	Items	Practices	Avg/Practice	vs National
WS	213	7	30	+744.4% ▲
L	144	9	16	+344.4% ▲
SW	124	4	31	+761.1% ▲
B	112	7	16	+344.4% ▲

Top Prescribing Practices

Practice	Items
THE COLLIERY PRACTICE	114
NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE	74
BRIDGEMARY MEDICAL CENTRE	53

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BNF Classification

Chapter: Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Section: Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout
Paragraph: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

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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.