Allopurinol Prescribing at LOSTOCK MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,245
Total Quantity
35.5K
NHS Cost
£851
vs National Avg
+20.8%
LOSTOCK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,245 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £851 to the NHS. This is 20.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
98
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,245 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,462 |
| Total NHS Cost | £851 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.8% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,245 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +20.8% 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.