Allopurinol Prescribing at WEST TOWN SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
677
Total Quantity
20.2K
NHS Cost
£479
vs National Avg
-34.3%
WEST TOWN SURGERY prescribed 677 items of Allopurinol over the last 12 months at a cost of £479 to the NHS. This is 34.3% 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
57
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 677 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,188 |
| Total NHS Cost | £479 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.3% |
Allopurinol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 677 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,031 items |
| Difference | -34.3% 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.