Colchicine Prescribing at THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
237
Total Quantity
6,604
NHS Cost
£140
vs National Avg
+203.9%
THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE prescribed 237 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £140 to the NHS. This is 203.9% 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
31
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 237 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,604 |
| Total NHS Cost | £140 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +203.9% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 237 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +203.9% 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.