Ibuprofen Prescribing at HEART OF BATH

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
325
Total Quantity
24.9K
NHS Cost
£648
vs National Avg
+166.7%

HEART OF BATH prescribed 325 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £648 to the NHS. This is 166.7% 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
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
18

Prescribing Details

Total Items325
Total Quantity24,936
Total NHS Cost£648
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+166.7%

Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison

This practice325 items
National average per practice122 items
Difference+166.7% vs national average
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.