Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) Prescribing at NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

287

Total Quantity

29.0K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+59.7%

NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 287 items of Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,308 to the NHS. This is 59.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	287
Total Quantity	29,029
Total NHS Cost	£1,308
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+59.7%

Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice	287 items
National average per practice	180 items
Difference	+59.7% 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.