Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at THE ATHERSTONE SURGERY

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

Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
5,931
NHS Cost
£786
vs National Avg
+230.9%

THE ATHERSTONE SURGERY prescribed 168 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £786 to the NHS. This is 230.9% 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
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items168
Total Quantity5,931
Total NHS Cost£786
Presentations8 different forms
vs National Average+230.9%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice168 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+230.9% 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.