Allopurinol Prescribing at CASTLEFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,872
Total Quantity
78.2K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+81.6%
CASTLEFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,872 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,822 to the NHS. This is 81.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
164
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,872 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 78,193 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,822 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +81.6% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,872 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +81.6% 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.