Ibuprofen Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
210
Total Quantity
15.9K
NHS Cost
£455
vs National Avg
+72.3%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 210 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £455 to the NHS. This is 72.3% 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
25
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 210 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,896 |
| Total NHS Cost | £455 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.3% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 210 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +72.3% 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.