Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at MERCHEFORD HOUSE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

307

Total Quantity

31.8K

NHS Cost

£2.0K

vs National Avg

+57.1%

MERCHEFORD HOUSE prescribed 307 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,986 to the NHS. This is 57.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	307
Total Quantity	31,844
Total NHS Cost	£1,986
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+57.1%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	307 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	+57.1% 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.