Colchicine Prescribing at BEDLINGTONSHIRE MED.GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
270
Total Quantity
6,551
NHS Cost
£144
vs National Avg
+246.2%
BEDLINGTONSHIRE MED.GROUP prescribed 270 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £144 to the NHS. This is 246.2% 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
30
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 270 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,551 |
| Total NHS Cost | £144 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +246.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 270 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +246.2% 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.