Allopurinol Prescribing at MYRTLE GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
2,694
Total Quantity
136.3K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+161.4%
MYRTLE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 2,694 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,055 to the NHS. This is 161.4% 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
179
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
230
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,694 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 136,308 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,055 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +161.4% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,694 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +161.4% 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.