Ibuprofen Prescribing at HOWDALE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
154
Total Quantity
13.7K
NHS Cost
£358
vs National Avg
+26.4%
HOWDALE SURGERY prescribed 154 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £358 to the NHS. This is 26.4% 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
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 154 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,736 |
| Total NHS Cost | £358 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.4% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 154 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +26.4% 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.