Naproxen Prescribing at DARWEN HEALTHLINK
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
4,666
Total Quantity
255.7K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
+372.6%
DARWEN HEALTHLINK prescribed 4,666 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,065 to the NHS. This is 372.6% 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
411
Jul 2026
371
Jul 2026
428
Jul 2026
390
Jul 2026
391
Jul 2026
400
Jul 2026
375
Jul 2026
363
Jul 2026
390
Jul 2026
353
Jul 2026
390
Jul 2026
404
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,666 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 255,749 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,065 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +372.6% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,666 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +372.6% 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.