Allopurinol Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,172
Total Quantity
31.0K
NHS Cost
£759
vs National Avg
+13.7%
ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,172 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £759 to the NHS. This is 13.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
82
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,172 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,991 |
| Total NHS Cost | £759 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.7% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,172 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +13.7% 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.