Naproxen Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,656
Total Quantity
91.7K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+67.7%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 1,656 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,448 to the NHS. This is 67.7% 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
139
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
125
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,656 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,695 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,448 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.7% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,656 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +67.7% 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.