Codeine phosphate Prescribing at LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Cough preparations | Respiratory System
Items (12m)
86
Total Quantity
18.0K
NHS Cost
£754
vs National Avg
+499.2%
LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 86 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £754 to the NHS. This is 499.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Cough preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 86 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,000 |
| Total NHS Cost | £754 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +499.2% |
Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 86 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 14 items |
| Difference | +499.2% 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.