Colchicine Prescribing at JAMES ALEXANDER FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
134
Total Quantity
2,628
NHS Cost
£61
vs National Avg
+71.8%
JAMES ALEXANDER FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 134 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £61 to the NHS. This is 71.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 134 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,628 |
| Total NHS Cost | £61 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.8% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 134 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +71.8% 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.