Colchicine Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
166
Total Quantity
7,616
NHS Cost
£150
vs National Avg
+112.8%
THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 166 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £150 to the NHS. This is 112.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 166 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,616 |
| Total NHS Cost | £150 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.8% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 166 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +112.8% 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.