Allopurinol Prescribing at CASTLE MEADOWS SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
440
Total Quantity
30.2K
NHS Cost
£652
vs National Avg
-57.3%
CASTLE MEADOWS SURGERY prescribed 440 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £652 to the NHS. This is 57.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 440 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,174 |
| Total NHS Cost | £652 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57.3% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 440 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -57.3% 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.