Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) Prescribing at WLCCG EXTENDED HOURS HUBS

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
267
Total Quantity
18.8K
NHS Cost
£858
vs National Avg
+48.6%

WLCCG EXTENDED HOURS HUBS prescribed 267 items of Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) over the last 12 months at a cost of £858 to the NHS. This is 48.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
17

Prescribing Details

Total Items267
Total Quantity18,838
Total NHS Cost£858
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+48.6%

Co-dydramol (Dihydrocodeine/paracetamol) Prescribing Comparison

This practice267 items
National average per practice180 items
Difference+48.6% 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.