Colchicine Prescribing at WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
264
Total Quantity
7,538
NHS Cost
£159
vs National Avg
+238.5%
WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH prescribed 264 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £159 to the NHS. This is 238.5% 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
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 264 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,538 |
| Total NHS Cost | £159 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +238.5% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 264 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +238.5% 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.