Allopurinol Prescribing at THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
738
Total Quantity
40.5K
NHS Cost
£896
vs National Avg
-28.4%
THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE prescribed 738 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £896 to the NHS. This is 28.4% 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
61
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 738 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,536 |
| Total NHS Cost | £896 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.4% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 738 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -28.4% 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.