Colchicine Prescribing at LION HEALTH
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
355
Total Quantity
13.3K
NHS Cost
£268
vs National Avg
+355.2%
LION HEALTH prescribed 355 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £268 to the NHS. This is 355.2% 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
40
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 355 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,270 |
| Total NHS Cost | £268 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +355.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 355 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +355.2% 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.