Naproxen Prescribing at DGS HEALTH
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,241
Total Quantity
53.3K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
+25.7%
DGS HEALTH prescribed 1,241 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,011 to the NHS. This is 25.7% 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
106
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
108
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,241 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,287 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,011 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.7% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,241 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +25.7% 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.