Codeine phosphate Prescribing at MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

196

Total Quantity

13.2K

NHS Cost

£408

vs National Avg

-72.7%

MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 196 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £408 to the NHS. This is 72.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	196
Total Quantity	13,150
Total NHS Cost	£408
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-72.7%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	196 items
National average per practice	719 items
Difference	-72.7% 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.