Ibuprofen Prescribing at HIGHERLAND SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
173
Total Quantity
16.1K
NHS Cost
£414
vs National Avg
+42%
HIGHERLAND SURGERY prescribed 173 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £414 to the NHS. This is 42% 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
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 173 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,136 |
| Total NHS Cost | £414 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 173 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +42% 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.