Colchicine Prescribing at BIRKWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
63
Total Quantity
2,332
NHS Cost
£176
vs National Avg
-19.2%
BIRKWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 63 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £176 to the NHS. This is 19.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 63 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,332 |
| Total NHS Cost | £176 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 63 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | -19.2% 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.