Allopurinol Prescribing at ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
2,266
Total Quantity
81.3K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+119.8%
ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 2,266 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,807 to the NHS. This is 119.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
179
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,266 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,330 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,807 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +119.8% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,266 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +119.8% 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.