Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at NORTH SWINDON PRACTICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

211

Total Quantity

19.0K

NHS Cost

£1.4K

vs National Avg

+8%

NORTH SWINDON PRACTICE prescribed 211 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,360 to the NHS. This is 8% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	211
Total Quantity	18,966
Total NHS Cost	£1,360
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+8%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	211 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	+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.