Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at THE BARCELLOS FAMILY PRACTICE

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

274

Total Quantity

15.9K

NHS Cost

£993

vs National Avg

+40.3%

THE BARCELLOS FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 274 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £993 to the NHS. This is 40.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	274
Total Quantity	15,945
Total NHS Cost	£993
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+40.3%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	274 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	+40.3% 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.