Colchicine Prescribing at SADDLEWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
146
Total Quantity
5,848
NHS Cost
£117
vs National Avg
+87.2%
SADDLEWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 146 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £117 to the NHS. This is 87.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 146 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,848 |
| Total NHS Cost | £117 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +87.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 146 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +87.2% 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.