Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at DACORUM EXTENDED ACCESS

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

282

Total Quantity

21.3K

NHS Cost

£648

vs National Avg

-85.6%

DACORUM EXTENDED ACCESS prescribed 282 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £648 to the NHS. This is 85.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	282
Total Quantity	21,300
Total NHS Cost	£648
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-85.6%

Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice	282 items
National average per practice	1,955 items
Difference	-85.6% 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.