Allopurinol Prescribing at HIGHWOODS SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
864
Total Quantity
28.6K
NHS Cost
£625
vs National Avg
-16.2%
HIGHWOODS SURGERY prescribed 864 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £625 to the NHS. This is 16.2% 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
68
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 864 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,607 |
| Total NHS Cost | £625 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.2% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 864 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -16.2% 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.