Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at GP OUT OF HOURS BASE SERVICE OOH

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,282

NHS Cost

£155

vs National Avg

-95.8%

GP OUT OF HOURS BASE SERVICE OOH prescribed 82 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £155 to the NHS. This is 95.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	82
Total Quantity	3,282
Total NHS Cost	£155
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-95.8%

Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice	82 items
National average per practice	1,955 items
Difference	-95.8% 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.