Allopurinol Prescribing at FAMILY DOCTORS
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
496
Total Quantity
31.6K
NHS Cost
£702
vs National Avg
-51.9%
FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 496 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £702 to the NHS. This is 51.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 496 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,550 |
| Total NHS Cost | £702 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.9% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 496 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -51.9% 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.