Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at NEWBURN SURGERY

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

Items (12m)
134
Total Quantity
9,506
NHS Cost
£412
vs National Avg
+164%

NEWBURN SURGERY prescribed 134 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £412 to the NHS. This is 164% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11

Prescribing Details

Total Items134
Total Quantity9,506
Total NHS Cost£412
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+164%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice134 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+164% 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.