Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at FIRST CONTACT & PC PATH

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

420

Total Quantity

18.5K

NHS Cost

£846

vs National Avg

-78.5%

FIRST CONTACT & PC PATH prescribed 420 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £846 to the NHS. This is 78.5% 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	420
Total Quantity	18,510
Total NHS Cost	£846
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	-78.5%

Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice	420 items
National average per practice	1,955 items
Difference	-78.5% 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.