Codeine phosphate Prescribing at ACUTE GP REFERRAL SERVICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,565

NHS Cost

£88

vs National Avg

-91.4%

ACUTE GP REFERRAL SERVICE prescribed 62 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £88 to the NHS. This is 91.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	62
Total Quantity	2,565
Total NHS Cost	£88
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-91.4%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	62 items
National average per practice	719 items
Difference	-91.4% 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.