Allopurinol Prescribing at SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
757
Total Quantity
23.3K
NHS Cost
£582
vs National Avg
-26.6%
SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 757 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £582 to the NHS. This is 26.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
79
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 757 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,327 |
| Total NHS Cost | £582 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.6% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 757 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -26.6% 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.