Allopurinol Prescribing at THE ELMS SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
871
Total Quantity
28.5K
NHS Cost
£710
vs National Avg
-15.5%
THE ELMS SURGERY prescribed 871 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £710 to the NHS. This is 15.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 871 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,459 |
| Total NHS Cost | £710 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.5% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 871 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -15.5% 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.