Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
206
Total Quantity
13.1K
NHS Cost
£836
vs National Avg
+5.4%
GP DIRECT prescribed 206 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £836 to the NHS. This is 5.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 206 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,127 |
| Total NHS Cost | £836 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.4% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 206 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | +5.4% 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.