Ibuprofen Prescribing at FORUM FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
502
Total Quantity
8,969
NHS Cost
£278
vs National Avg
+311.9%
FORUM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 502 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £278 to the NHS. This is 311.9% 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
45
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 502 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,969 |
| Total NHS Cost | £278 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +311.9% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 502 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +311.9% 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.