Colchicine Prescribing at BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
155
Total Quantity
3,870
NHS Cost
£85
vs National Avg
+98.7%
BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 155 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £85 to the NHS. This is 98.7% 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
14
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 155 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,870 |
| Total NHS Cost | £85 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98.7% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 155 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +98.7% 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.