Colchicine Prescribing at BURWELL SURGERY

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

Items (12m)

147

Total Quantity

6,089

NHS Cost

£119

vs National Avg

+88.5%

BURWELL SURGERY prescribed 147 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £119 to the NHS. This is 88.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	147
Total Quantity	6,089
Total NHS Cost	£119
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+88.5%

Colchicine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	147 items
National average per practice	78 items
Difference	+88.5% 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.