Ibuprofen Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
381
Total Quantity
28.5K
NHS Cost
£648
vs National Avg
+212.6%
GP DIRECT prescribed 381 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £648 to the NHS. This is 212.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 381 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,499 |
| Total NHS Cost | £648 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +212.6% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 381 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +212.6% 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.