Codeine phosphate Prescribing at ELTHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Cough preparations | Respiratory System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

11.2K

NHS Cost

£489

vs National Avg

+290.2%

ELTHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 56 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £489 to the NHS. This is 290.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Cough preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	56
Total Quantity	11,200
Total NHS Cost	£489
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+290.2%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	56 items
National average per practice	14 items
Difference	+290.2% 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.