Codeine phosphate Prescribing at NEWCASTLE GP IN A&E SERVICE
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
381
Total Quantity
13.6K
NHS Cost
£458
vs National Avg
-47%
NEWCASTLE GP IN A&E SERVICE prescribed 381 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £458 to the NHS. This is 47% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 381 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £458 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47% |
Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 381 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 719 items |
| Difference | -47% 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.