Ibuprofen Prescribing at NORTHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
417
Total Quantity
27.2K
NHS Cost
£726
vs National Avg
+242.2%
NORTHAM SURGERY prescribed 417 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £726 to the NHS. This is 242.2% 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
40
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 417 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,166 |
| Total NHS Cost | £726 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +242.2% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 417 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +242.2% 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.