Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at DR SIMS AND PARTNERS

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

167

Total Quantity

12.1K

NHS Cost

£1.0K

vs National Avg

-14.5%

DR SIMS AND PARTNERS prescribed 167 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,001 to the NHS. This is 14.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	167
Total Quantity	12,095
Total NHS Cost	£1,001
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-14.5%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	167 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	-14.5% 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.