Colchicine Prescribing at ST AUSTELL HEALTH GROUP

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

Items (12m)
574
Total Quantity
15.3K
NHS Cost
£329
vs National Avg
+636%

ST AUSTELL HEALTH GROUP prescribed 574 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £329 to the NHS. This is 636% 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
49
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
55

Prescribing Details

Total Items574
Total Quantity15,301
Total NHS Cost£329
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average+636%

Colchicine Prescribing Comparison

This practice574 items
National average per practice78 items
Difference+636% 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.