Allopurinol Prescribing at ARLINGTON ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,732
Total Quantity
73.5K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+68%
ARLINGTON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 1,732 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,735 to the NHS. This is 68% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
153
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,732 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,735 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,732 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +68% 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.