Codeine phosphate Prescribing at COMMUNITY GERIATRICIANS

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,550

NHS Cost

£155

vs National Avg

-92.3%

COMMUNITY GERIATRICIANS prescribed 55 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £155 to the NHS. This is 92.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	55
Total Quantity	4,550
Total NHS Cost	£155
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-92.3%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	55 items
National average per practice	719 items
Difference	-92.3% 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.