Naproxen Prescribing at HIGH STREET PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)

1,238

Total Quantity

73.2K

NHS Cost

£3.0K

vs National Avg

+25.4%

HIGH STREET PRACTICE prescribed 1,238 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,029 to the NHS. This is 25.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Naproxen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

128

Jun 2026

103

Jun 2026

120

Jun 2026

120

Jun 2026

104

Jun 2026

107

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,238
Total Quantity	73,209
Total NHS Cost	£3,029
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+25.4%

Naproxen Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,238 items
National average per practice	987 items
Difference	+25.4% 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.