Allopurinol Prescribing at FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
373
Total Quantity
17.5K
NHS Cost
£411
vs National Avg
-63.8%
FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 373 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £411 to the NHS. This is 63.8% 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
21
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 373 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,488 |
| Total NHS Cost | £411 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.8% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 373 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -63.8% 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.