Codeine phosphate Prescribing at MERSEY CARE NHS TRUST - NMP
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
118
Total Quantity
5,062
NHS Cost
£160
vs National Avg
-83.6%
MERSEY CARE NHS TRUST - NMP prescribed 118 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £160 to the NHS. This is 83.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 118 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,062 |
| Total NHS Cost | £160 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -83.6% |
Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 118 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 719 items |
| Difference | -83.6% 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.