Allopurinol Prescribing at NORTH SHORE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
2,039
Total Quantity
69.8K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+97.8%
NORTH SHORE SURGERY prescribed 2,039 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,553 to the NHS. This is 97.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
176
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,039 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,771 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,553 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +97.8% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,039 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +97.8% 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.