Ibuprofen Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
232
Total Quantity
17.5K
NHS Cost
£487
vs National Avg
+90.4%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 232 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £487 to the NHS. This is 90.4% 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
28
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 232 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,503 |
| Total NHS Cost | £487 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90.4% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 232 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +90.4% 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.