Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at ELTHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)
209
Total Quantity
9,553
NHS Cost
£846
vs National Avg
+311.7%

ELTHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 209 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £846 to the NHS. This is 311.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12

Prescribing Details

Total Items209
Total Quantity9,553
Total NHS Cost£846
Presentations10 different forms
vs National Average+311.7%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice209 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+311.7% 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.