Allopurinol Prescribing at PRESTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
480
Total Quantity
17.1K
NHS Cost
£442
vs National Avg
-53.4%
PRESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 480 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £442 to the NHS. This is 53.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 480 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,122 |
| Total NHS Cost | £442 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.4% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 480 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -53.4% 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.