Codeine phosphate Prescribing at GP OUT OF HOURS SERVICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,572

NHS Cost

£89

vs National Avg

-88.2%

GP OUT OF HOURS SERVICE prescribed 85 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £89 to the NHS. This is 88.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	85
Total Quantity	2,572
Total NHS Cost	£89
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-88.2%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	85 items
National average per practice	719 items
Difference	-88.2% 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.