Colchicine Prescribing at HIGHERLAND SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
70
Total Quantity
2,890
NHS Cost
£58
vs National Avg
-10.2%
HIGHERLAND SURGERY prescribed 70 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £58 to the NHS. This is 10.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 70 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,890 |
| Total NHS Cost | £58 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 70 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | -10.2% 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.