Ibuprofen Prescribing at HELSTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
217
Total Quantity
20.0K
NHS Cost
£715
vs National Avg
+78.1%
HELSTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 217 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £715 to the NHS. This is 78.1% 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
25
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 217 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,038 |
| Total NHS Cost | £715 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.1% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 217 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +78.1% 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.