Allopurinol Prescribing at MELROSE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
891
Total Quantity
49.4K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-13.6%
MELROSE SURGERY prescribed 891 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,087 to the NHS. This is 13.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 891 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,413 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,087 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.6% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 891 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -13.6% 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.