Colchicine Prescribing at BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
201
Total Quantity
6,920
NHS Cost
£142
vs National Avg
+157.7%
BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 201 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £142 to the NHS. This is 157.7% 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
18
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 201 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,920 |
| Total NHS Cost | £142 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +157.7% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 201 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +157.7% 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.