Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
77
Total Quantity
4,272
NHS Cost
£404
vs National Avg
+51.7%
HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 77 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £404 to the NHS. This is 51.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 77 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,272 |
| Total NHS Cost | £404 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.7% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 77 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +51.7% 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.