Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at SELSEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

293

Total Quantity

17.1K

NHS Cost

£1.1K

vs National Avg

+50%

SELSEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 293 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,085 to the NHS. This is 50% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	293
Total Quantity	17,106
Total NHS Cost	£1,085
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+50%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	293 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	+50% 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.