Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
989
Total Quantity
122.7K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
-49.4%
ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 989 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,905 to the NHS. This is 49.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 989 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 122,660 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,905 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.4% |
Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 989 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,955 items |
| Difference | -49.4% 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.