Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at POSTERNGATE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
119
Total Quantity
5,382
NHS Cost
£576
vs National Avg
+134.4%
POSTERNGATE SURGERY prescribed 119 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £576 to the NHS. This is 134.4% 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
14
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 119 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,382 |
| Total NHS Cost | £576 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +134.4% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 119 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +134.4% 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.