Allopurinol Prescribing at HOWDALE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,181
Total Quantity
41.2K
NHS Cost
£980
vs National Avg
+14.6%
HOWDALE SURGERY prescribed 1,181 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £980 to the NHS. This is 14.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
96
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,181 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,225 |
| Total NHS Cost | £980 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14.6% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,181 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +14.6% 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.