Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
536
Total Quantity
30.4K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+955.8%
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 536 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,890 to the NHS. This is 955.8% 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
30
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 536 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,427 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,890 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +955.8% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 536 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +955.8% 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.