Allopurinol Prescribing at BIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
306
Total Quantity
9,049
NHS Cost
£225
vs National Avg
-70.3%
BIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 306 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £225 to the NHS. This is 70.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 306 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,049 |
| Total NHS Cost | £225 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -70.3% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 306 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -70.3% 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.