Colchicine Prescribing at HEART OF BATH

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

Items (12m)
226
Total Quantity
6,899
NHS Cost
£144
vs National Avg
+189.8%

HEART OF BATH prescribed 226 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £144 to the NHS. This is 189.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
16

Prescribing Details

Total Items226
Total Quantity6,899
Total NHS Cost£144
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average+189.8%

Colchicine Prescribing Comparison

This practice226 items
National average per practice78 items
Difference+189.8% 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.