Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at NEW RIVER HEALTH
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
3,272
Total Quantity
389.4K
NHS Cost
£13.4K
vs National Avg
+67.4%
NEW RIVER HEALTH prescribed 3,272 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,444 to the NHS. This is 67.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
277
Jun 2026
275
Jun 2026
316
Jun 2026
285
Jun 2026
273
Jun 2026
273
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
301
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
247
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,272 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 389,351 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,444 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.4% |
Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,272 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,955 items |
| Difference | +67.4% 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.