Ibuprofen Prescribing at NEWHAM PCN
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
261
Total Quantity
28.4K
NHS Cost
£479
vs National Avg
+114.2%
NEWHAM PCN prescribed 261 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £479 to the NHS. This is 114.2% 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
23
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 261 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,418 |
| Total NHS Cost | £479 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +114.2% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 261 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +114.2% 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.