Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at PORTCHESTER PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
76
Total Quantity
4,219
NHS Cost
£343
vs National Avg
+49.7%
PORTCHESTER PRACTICE prescribed 76 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £343 to the NHS. This is 49.7% 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
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 76 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,219 |
| Total NHS Cost | £343 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.7% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 76 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +49.7% 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.