Naproxen Prescribing at PENKETH HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,287
Total Quantity
73.9K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+30.4%
PENKETH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,287 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,610 to the NHS. This is 30.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Naproxen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
95
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,287 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,610 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.4% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,287 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +30.4% 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.