Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE 24 OOH

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

107

Total Quantity

1,683

NHS Cost

£119

vs National Avg

-45.2%

PRIMARY CARE 24 OOH prescribed 107 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £119 to the NHS. This is 45.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	107
Total Quantity	1,683
Total NHS Cost	£119
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-45.2%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	107 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	-45.2% 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.