Codeine phosphate Prescribing at LEICESTER CITY PRIMARY CARE HUB

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

233

Total Quantity

9,255

NHS Cost

£296

vs National Avg

-67.6%

LEICESTER CITY PRIMARY CARE HUB prescribed 233 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £296 to the NHS. This is 67.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	233
Total Quantity	9,255
Total NHS Cost	£296
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-67.6%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	233 items
National average per practice	719 items
Difference	-67.6% 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.