Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing at CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY

Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

142

Total Quantity

17.2K

NHS Cost

£1.0K

vs National Avg

-60%

CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY prescribed 142 items of Diclofenac diethyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,004 to the NHS. This is 60% below the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac diethyl is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	142
Total Quantity	17,180
Total NHS Cost	£1,004
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-60%

Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	142 items
National average per practice	355 items
Difference	-60% 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.