Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
123
Total Quantity
5,216
NHS Cost
£360
vs National Avg
-37%
ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 123 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £360 to the NHS. This is 37% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 123 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,216 |
| Total NHS Cost | £360 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 123 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | -37% 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.