Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at FRESSINGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
5,832
NHS Cost
£600
vs National Avg
+136.4%

FRESSINGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 120 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £600 to the NHS. This is 136.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items120
Total Quantity5,832
Total NHS Cost£600
Presentations10 different forms
vs National Average+136.4%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice120 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+136.4% vs national average
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.