Naproxen Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,796
Total Quantity
99.7K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+81.9%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,796 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,314 to the NHS. This is 81.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Naproxen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
157
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,796 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 99,696 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,314 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +81.9% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,796 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +81.9% 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.