Allopurinol Prescribing at OLDHAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
382
Total Quantity
15.0K
NHS Cost
£335
vs National Avg
-62.9%
OLDHAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 382 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £335 to the NHS. This is 62.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 382 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,043 |
| Total NHS Cost | £335 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -62.9% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 382 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -62.9% 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.