Allopurinol Prescribing at HIGHGROVE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
747
Total Quantity
24.2K
NHS Cost
£596
vs National Avg
-27.5%
HIGHGROVE SURGERY prescribed 747 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £596 to the NHS. This is 27.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 747 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,198 |
| Total NHS Cost | £596 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.5% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 747 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -27.5% 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.