Allopurinol Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT.
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
430
Total Quantity
8,442
NHS Cost
£222
vs National Avg
-58.3%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 430 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £222 to the NHS. This is 58.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 430 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,442 |
| Total NHS Cost | £222 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.3% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 430 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -58.3% 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.