Ibuprofen Prescribing at ALTON STREET SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
158
Total Quantity
12.4K
NHS Cost
£369
vs National Avg
+29.6%
ALTON STREET SURGERY prescribed 158 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £369 to the NHS. This is 29.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 158 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,443 |
| Total NHS Cost | £369 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.6% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 158 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +29.6% 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.