Ibuprofen Prescribing at ALVERTHORPE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
167
Total Quantity
14.6K
NHS Cost
£341
vs National Avg
+37%
ALVERTHORPE prescribed 167 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £341 to the NHS. This is 37% above the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 167 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,562 |
| Total NHS Cost | £341 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 167 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +37% 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.