Allopurinol Prescribing at MELROSE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,056
Total Quantity
40.0K
NHS Cost
£944
vs National Avg
+2.5%
MELROSE SURGERY prescribed 1,056 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £944 to the NHS. This is 2.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,056 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,008 |
| Total NHS Cost | £944 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.5% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,056 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +2.5% 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.