Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at HORNCASTLE MEDICAL GROUP
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
250
Total Quantity
32.6K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+28%
HORNCASTLE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 250 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,231 to the NHS. This is 28% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 250 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,582 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,231 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 250 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | +28% 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.