Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at ELM SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
102
Total Quantity
6,329
NHS Cost
£828
vs National Avg
+100.9%

ELM SURGERY prescribed 102 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £828 to the NHS. This is 100.9% 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
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items102
Total Quantity6,329
Total NHS Cost£828
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+100.9%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice102 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+100.9% vs national average
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.