Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at NEWCASTLE HOSPITALS COMMUNITY HEALTH
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
172
Total Quantity
12.9K
NHS Cost
£471
vs National Avg
-91.2%
NEWCASTLE HOSPITALS COMMUNITY HEALTH prescribed 172 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £471 to the NHS. This is 91.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 172 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,946 |
| Total NHS Cost | £471 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -91.2% |
Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 172 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,955 items |
| Difference | -91.2% 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.