Colchicine Prescribing at BEECHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

108

Total Quantity

6,288

NHS Cost

£120

vs National Avg

+38.5%

BEECHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 108 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £120 to the NHS. This is 38.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	108
Total Quantity	6,288
Total NHS Cost	£120
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+38.5%

Colchicine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	108 items
National average per practice	78 items
Difference	+38.5% 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.