Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing at FIRSTCARE PRACTICE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,146
Total Quantity
134.6K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
+222.7%
FIRSTCARE PRACTICE prescribed 1,146 items of Diclofenac diethyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,697 to the NHS. This is 222.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac diethyl is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,146 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 134,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,697 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +222.7% |
Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,146 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 355 items |
| Difference | +222.7% 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.