Colchicine Prescribing at UPPERTHORPE MEDICAL CENTRE

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

Items (12m)

142

Total Quantity

5,357

NHS Cost

£109

vs National Avg

+82.1%

UPPERTHORPE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 142 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £109 to the NHS. This is 82.1% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	142
Total Quantity	5,357
Total NHS Cost	£109
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+82.1%

Colchicine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	142 items
National average per practice	78 items
Difference	+82.1% 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.