Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at SCHOPWICK SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
133
Total Quantity
4,370
NHS Cost
£756
vs National Avg
+162%

SCHOPWICK SURGERY prescribed 133 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £756 to the NHS. This is 162% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items133
Total Quantity4,370
Total NHS Cost£756
Presentations8 different forms
vs National Average+162%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice133 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+162% vs national average
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.