Colchicine Prescribing at GREAT BARR PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)
117
Total Quantity
2,731
NHS Cost
£60
vs National Avg
+50%

GREAT BARR PRACTICE prescribed 117 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £60 to the NHS. This is 50% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items117
Total Quantity2,731
Total NHS Cost£60
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average+50%

Colchicine Prescribing Comparison

This practice117 items
National average per practice78 items
Difference+50% 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.