Allopurinol Prescribing at WELCOME PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)
416
Total Quantity
9,240
NHS Cost
£235
vs National Avg
-59.6%

WELCOME PRACTICE prescribed 416 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £235 to the NHS. This is 59.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Allopurinol is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
35

Prescribing Details

Total Items416
Total Quantity9,240
Total NHS Cost£235
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average-59.6%

Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison

This practice416 items
National average per practice1,031 items
Difference-59.6% vs national average
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.