Colchicine Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
470
Total Quantity
13.0K
NHS Cost
£276
vs National Avg
+502.6%
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 470 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £276 to the NHS. This is 502.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 470 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,996 |
| Total NHS Cost | £276 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +502.6% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 470 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +502.6% 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.