Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) Prescribing at LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

311

Total Quantity

31.5K

NHS Cost

£1.9K

vs National Avg

+73.1%

LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 311 items of Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,933 to the NHS. This is 73.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	311
Total Quantity	31,538
Total NHS Cost	£1,933
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+73.1%

Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice	311 items
National average per practice	180 items
Difference	+73.1% 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.