Ibuprofen Prescribing at LOWTON & PLATT BRIDGE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
16.6K
NHS Cost
£421
vs National Avg
+32.9%
LOWTON & PLATT BRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 162 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £421 to the NHS. This is 32.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,638 |
| Total NHS Cost | £421 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.9% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +32.9% 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.