Allopurinol Prescribing at THAXTED SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
2,218
Total Quantity
74.1K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+115.2%
THAXTED SURGERY prescribed 2,218 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,773 to the NHS. This is 115.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,218 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,136 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,773 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +115.2% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,218 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | +115.2% 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.