Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at FOREST PRACTICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

126

Total Quantity

9,895

NHS Cost

£669

vs National Avg

-35.5%

FOREST PRACTICE prescribed 126 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £669 to the NHS. This is 35.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	126
Total Quantity	9,895
Total NHS Cost	£669
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-35.5%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	126 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	-35.5% 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.