Allopurinol Prescribing at LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
900
Total Quantity
43.3K
NHS Cost
£989
vs National Avg
-12.7%
LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES prescribed 900 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £989 to the NHS. This is 12.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 900 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,312 |
| Total NHS Cost | £989 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12.7% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 900 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -12.7% 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.