Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at THE HERON PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
57
Total Quantity
2,913
NHS Cost
£313
vs National Avg
+12.3%
THE HERON PRACTICE prescribed 57 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £313 to the NHS. This is 12.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
2
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 57 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,913 |
| Total NHS Cost | £313 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.3% |
Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 57 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 51 items |
| Difference | +12.3% 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.