Ibuprofen Prescribing at CASTLE PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
190
Total Quantity
17.5K
NHS Cost
£432
vs National Avg
+55.9%
CASTLE PRACTICE prescribed 190 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £432 to the NHS. This is 55.9% 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
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 190 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,459 |
| Total NHS Cost | £432 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +55.9% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 190 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +55.9% 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.