Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at PURTON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
94
Total Quantity
5,429
NHS Cost
£575
vs National Avg
+85.2%
PURTON SURGERY prescribed 94 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £575 to the NHS. This is 85.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 94 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,429 |
| Total NHS Cost | £575 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.2% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 94 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +85.2% 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.