Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at FAMILY DOCTORS

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

855

Total Quantity

88.5K

NHS Cost

£3.3K

vs National Avg

-56.3%

FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 855 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,325 to the NHS. This is 56.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	855
Total Quantity	88,510
Total NHS Cost	£3,325
Presentations	9 different forms
vs National Average	-56.3%

Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice	855 items
National average per practice	1,955 items
Difference	-56.3% 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.