Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at ASHTON GP SERVICE
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,558
Total Quantity
163.9K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-20.3%
ASHTON GP SERVICE prescribed 1,558 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,105 to the NHS. This is 20.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
130
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,558 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 163,904 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,105 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.3% |
Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,558 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,955 items |
| Difference | -20.3% 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.