Allopurinol Prescribing at OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
455
Total Quantity
16.3K
NHS Cost
£352
vs National Avg
-55.9%
OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES prescribed 455 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £352 to the NHS. This is 55.9% 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
34
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 455 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,302 |
| Total NHS Cost | £352 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.9% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 455 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -55.9% 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.