Colchicine Prescribing at BEACON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
136
Total Quantity
7,592
NHS Cost
£145
vs National Avg
+74.4%
BEACON SURGERY prescribed 136 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £145 to the NHS. This is 74.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 136 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,592 |
| Total NHS Cost | £145 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.4% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 136 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +74.4% 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.