Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at DESBOROUGH SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
178
Total Quantity
13.4K
NHS Cost
£602
vs National Avg
+250.6%
DESBOROUGH SURGERY prescribed 178 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £602 to the NHS. This is 250.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 178 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,404 |
| Total NHS Cost | £602 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +250.6% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 178 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +250.6% 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.