Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at FAMILY DOCTORS
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
248
Total Quantity
20.0K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+26.9%
FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 248 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,310 to the NHS. This is 26.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 248 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,005 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,310 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.9% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 248 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | +26.9% 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.