Colchicine Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
12.5K
NHS Cost
£225
vs National Avg
+53.9%
THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 120 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £225 to the NHS. This is 53.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 120 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,510 |
| Total NHS Cost | £225 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.9% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 120 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +53.9% 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.