Colchicine Prescribing at SHOTFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
133
Total Quantity
6,208
NHS Cost
£123
vs National Avg
+70.5%
SHOTFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 133 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £123 to the NHS. This is 70.5% 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
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 133 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,208 |
| Total NHS Cost | £123 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.5% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 133 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +70.5% 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.