Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at TESTVALE SURGERY

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

Items (12m)
165
Total Quantity
6,540
NHS Cost
£827
vs National Avg
+225%

TESTVALE SURGERY prescribed 165 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £827 to the NHS. This is 225% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items165
Total Quantity6,540
Total NHS Cost£827
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+225%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice165 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+225% 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.