Codeine phosphate Prescribing at SOUTH DURHAM HEALTH
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
206
Total Quantity
10.9K
NHS Cost
£324
vs National Avg
-71.3%
SOUTH DURHAM HEALTH prescribed 206 items of Codeine phosphate over the last 12 months at a cost of £324 to the NHS. This is 71.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Codeine phosphate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 206 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,948 |
| Total NHS Cost | £324 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.3% |
Codeine phosphate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 206 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 719 items |
| Difference | -71.3% 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.