Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at ST. JOHNS SURGERY

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

281

Total Quantity

33.9K

NHS Cost

£2.5K

vs National Avg

+43.8%

ST. JOHNS SURGERY prescribed 281 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,476 to the NHS. This is 43.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	281
Total Quantity	33,850
Total NHS Cost	£2,476
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+43.8%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	281 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	+43.8% 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.