Acetylcysteine Prescribing at THE ORCHARD MED PRACTICE

Mucolytics | Respiratory System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,820

NHS Cost

£484

vs National Avg

+31.5%

THE ORCHARD MED PRACTICE prescribed 94 items of Acetylcysteine over the last 12 months at a cost of £484 to the NHS. This is 31.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Acetylcysteine is classified under Mucolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	94
Total Quantity	2,820
Total NHS Cost	£484
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+31.5%

Acetylcysteine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	94 items
National average per practice	72 items
Difference	+31.5% 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.