Allopurinol Prescribing at NORTHGATE SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

885

Total Quantity

30.7K

NHS Cost

£708

vs National Avg

-14.1%

NORTHGATE SURGERY prescribed 885 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £708 to the NHS. This is 14.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

115

Prescribing Details

Total Items	885
Total Quantity	30,697
Total NHS Cost	£708
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-14.1%

Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison

This practice	885 items
National average per practice	1,031 items
Difference	-14.1% 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.