Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at LUDLOW - PORTCULLIS

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

142

Total Quantity

9,185

NHS Cost

£697

vs National Avg

-27.3%

LUDLOW - PORTCULLIS prescribed 142 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £697 to the NHS. This is 27.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	142
Total Quantity	9,185
Total NHS Cost	£697
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-27.3%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	142 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	-27.3% 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.