Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at POPLARS SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
81
Total Quantity
5,434
NHS Cost
£652
vs National Avg
+59.6%
POPLARS SURGERY prescribed 81 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £652 to the NHS. This is 59.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 81 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,434 |
| Total NHS Cost | £652 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.6% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 81 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +59.6% 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.