Codeine phosphate Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE SEVEN DAY SERVICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,283

NHS Cost

£143

vs National Avg

-89.3%

PRIMARY CARE SEVEN DAY SERVICE prescribed 77 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £143 to the NHS. This is 89.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	77
Total Quantity	4,283
Total NHS Cost	£143
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-89.3%

Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	77 items
National average per practice	719 items
Difference	-89.3% 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.