Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at THE FIRS
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
208
Total Quantity
15.1K
NHS Cost
£947
vs National Avg
+6.5%
THE FIRS prescribed 208 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £947 to the NHS. This is 6.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 208 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,094 |
| Total NHS Cost | £947 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +6.5% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 208 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | +6.5% 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.