Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,604
Total Quantity
289.7K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
+33.2%
GP DIRECT prescribed 2,604 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,348 to the NHS. This is 33.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
196
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,604 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 289,655 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,348 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +33.2% |
Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,604 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,955 items |
| Difference | +33.2% 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.