Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing at THE MAPLES
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
570
Total Quantity
59.5K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+60.5%
THE MAPLES prescribed 570 items of Diclofenac diethyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,078 to the NHS. This is 60.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac diethyl is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 570 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 59,530 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,078 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.5% |
Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 570 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 355 items |
| Difference | +60.5% 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.