Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at ELMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
112
Total Quantity
10.5K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+120.6%
ELMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 112 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,123 to the NHS. This is 120.6% 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
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 112 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,536 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,123 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +120.6% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 112 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +120.6% 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.