Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,546
Total Quantity
335.3K
NHS Cost
£11.9K
vs National Avg
+30.2%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 2,546 items of Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,912 to the NHS. This is 30.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
193
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,546 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 335,284 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,912 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.2% |
Co-codamol (Codeine phosphate/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,546 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,955 items |
| Difference | +30.2% 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.