Azathioprine Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs affecting the immune response | Malignant Disease and Immunosuppression

Items (12m)

147

Total Quantity

9,088

NHS Cost

£200

vs National Avg

+35.6%

HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 147 items of Azathioprine over the last 12 months at a cost of £200 to the NHS. This is 35.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Azathioprine is classified under Drugs affecting the immune response in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	147
Total Quantity	9,088
Total NHS Cost	£200
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+35.6%

Azathioprine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	147 items
National average per practice	108 items
Difference	+35.6% 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.