Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at SOUTHAM SURGERY

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

Items (12m)
116
Total Quantity
3,336
NHS Cost
£317
vs National Avg
+128.5%

SOUTHAM SURGERY prescribed 116 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £317 to the NHS. This is 128.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items116
Total Quantity3,336
Total NHS Cost£317
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+128.5%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice116 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+128.5% 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.