Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at HIGHGATE GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
75
Total Quantity
2,970
NHS Cost
£436
vs National Avg
+47.7%
HIGHGATE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 75 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £436 to the NHS. This is 47.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 75 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,970 |
| Total NHS Cost | £436 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.7% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 75 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +47.7% 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.