Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE

Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

613

Total Quantity

73.2K

NHS Cost

£5.2K

vs National Avg

+72.6%

THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 613 items of Diclofenac diethyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,158 to the NHS. This is 72.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac diethyl is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	613
Total Quantity	73,240
Total NHS Cost	£5,158
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+72.6%

Diclofenac diethyl Prescribing Comparison

This practice	613 items
National average per practice	355 items
Difference	+72.6% 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.