Colchicine Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
309
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£223
vs National Avg
+296.2%
THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 309 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £223 to the NHS. This is 296.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Colchicine is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 309 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,005 |
| Total NHS Cost | £223 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +296.2% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 309 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +296.2% 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.