Naproxen Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,601
Total Quantity
92.2K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
+62.2%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 1,601 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,340 to the NHS. This is 62.2% 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
136
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
142
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,601 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 92,165 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,340 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62.2% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,601 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +62.2% 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.