Colchicine Prescribing at THE LONSDALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
97
Total Quantity
6,211
NHS Cost
£116
vs National Avg
+24.4%
THE LONSDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 97 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £116 to the NHS. This is 24.4% 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
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 97 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,211 |
| Total NHS Cost | £116 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.4% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 97 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +24.4% 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.