Codeine phosphate Prescribing at NEWCASTLE HOSPITALS COMMUNITY HEALTH
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
561
Total Quantity
18.9K
NHS Cost
£604
vs National Avg
-21.9%
NEWCASTLE HOSPITALS COMMUNITY HEALTH prescribed 561 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £604 to the NHS. This is 21.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 561 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,918 |
| Total NHS Cost | £604 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.9% |
Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 561 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 719 items |
| Difference | -21.9% 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.