Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at NEW RIVER HEALTH

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
99
Total Quantity
6,097
NHS Cost
£617
vs National Avg
+95%

NEW RIVER HEALTH prescribed 99 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £617 to the NHS. This is 95% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items99
Total Quantity6,097
Total NHS Cost£617
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+95%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice99 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+95% vs national average
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.