Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at THE QRP SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
68
Total Quantity
4,036
NHS Cost
£516
vs National Avg
+33.9%

THE QRP SURGERY prescribed 68 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £516 to the NHS. This is 33.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4

Prescribing Details

Total Items68
Total Quantity4,036
Total NHS Cost£516
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+33.9%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice68 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+33.9% vs national average
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.