Colchicine Prescribing at FOREST MEDICAL
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
192
Total Quantity
5,888
NHS Cost
£123
vs National Avg
+146.2%
FOREST MEDICAL prescribed 192 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £123 to the NHS. This is 146.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,888 |
| Total NHS Cost | £123 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +146.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +146.2% 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.