Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
72
Total Quantity
4,594
NHS Cost
£392
vs National Avg
-63.1%
THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 72 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £392 to the NHS. This is 63.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 72 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,594 |
| Total NHS Cost | £392 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.1% |
Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 72 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 195 items |
| Difference | -63.1% 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.