Naproxen Prescribing at POLDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
2,557
Total Quantity
142.2K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+159%
POLDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,557 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,322 to the NHS. This is 159% 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
204
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
249
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,557 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 142,210 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,322 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +159% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,557 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +159% 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.