Allopurinol Prescribing at HIGHERLAND SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
870
Total Quantity
34.4K
NHS Cost
£762
vs National Avg
-15.6%
HIGHERLAND SURGERY prescribed 870 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £762 to the NHS. This is 15.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 870 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,422 |
| Total NHS Cost | £762 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.6% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 870 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -15.6% 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.