Ibuprofen Prescribing at COMMUNITY NURSING
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
50
Total Quantity
4,000
NHS Cost
£170
vs National Avg
-90.2%
COMMUNITY NURSING prescribed 50 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £170 to the NHS. This is 90.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 50 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,000 |
| Total NHS Cost | £170 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -90.2% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 50 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 509 items |
| Difference | -90.2% 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.