Febuxostat Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
85
Total Quantity
1,372
NHS Cost
£184
vs National Avg
+127.6%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 85 items of Febuxostat over the last 12 months at a cost of £184 to the NHS. This is 127.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Febuxostat is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 85 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,372 |
| Total NHS Cost | £184 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +127.6% |
Febuxostat Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 85 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 37 items |
| Difference | +127.6% 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.