Ibuprofen Prescribing at NORTH TYNESIDE COMMUNITY SERVICE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
93
Total Quantity
5,550
NHS Cost
£129
vs National Avg
-81.7%
NORTH TYNESIDE COMMUNITY SERVICE prescribed 93 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £129 to the NHS. This is 81.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 93 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,550 |
| Total NHS Cost | £129 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -81.7% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 93 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 509 items |
| Difference | -81.7% 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.