Allopurinol Prescribing at THE ORCHARD SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
530
Total Quantity
25.8K
NHS Cost
£576
vs National Avg
-48.6%
THE ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 530 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £576 to the NHS. This is 48.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 530 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,815 |
| Total NHS Cost | £576 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.6% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 530 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -48.6% 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.