Ibuprofen Prescribing at BIRMINGHAM SMARTCARE HUB
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
86
Total Quantity
10.5K
NHS Cost
£172
vs National Avg
-29.4%
BIRMINGHAM SMARTCARE HUB prescribed 86 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £172 to the NHS. This is 29.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 86 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,452 |
| Total NHS Cost | £172 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.4% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 86 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | -29.4% 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.