Colchicine Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
172
Total Quantity
3,494
NHS Cost
£80
vs National Avg
+120.5%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 172 items of Colchicine over the last 12 months at a cost of £80 to the NHS. This is 120.5% 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
14
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 172 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,494 |
| Total NHS Cost | £80 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +120.5% |
Colchicine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 172 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 78 items |
| Difference | +120.5% 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.