Naproxen Prescribing at ST HELENS CENTRAL PCN HUB

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
136
Total Quantity
5,201
NHS Cost
£176
vs National Avg
-86.2%

ST HELENS CENTRAL PCN HUB prescribed 136 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £176 to the NHS. This is 86.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Naproxen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items136
Total Quantity5,201
Total NHS Cost£176
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average-86.2%

Naproxen Prescribing Comparison

This practice136 items
National average per practice987 items
Difference-86.2% vs national average
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.