Naproxen Prescribing at HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,387
Total Quantity
72.2K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+40.5%
HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,387 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,078 to the NHS. This is 40.5% 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
127
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
108
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,387 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,243 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,078 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.5% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,387 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +40.5% 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.