Allopurinol Prescribing at ALVERTHORPE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
817
Total Quantity
27.0K
NHS Cost
£599
vs National Avg
-20.7%
ALVERTHORPE prescribed 817 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £599 to the NHS. This is 20.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 817 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,968 |
| Total NHS Cost | £599 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.7% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 817 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -20.7% 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.