Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
212
Total Quantity
14.4K
NHS Cost
£989
vs National Avg
+8.5%
ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 212 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £989 to the NHS. This is 8.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 212 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,354 |
| Total NHS Cost | £989 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.5% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 212 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | +8.5% 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.