Naproxen Prescribing at STOWHEALTH
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
2,384
Total Quantity
104.7K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+141.5%
STOWHEALTH prescribed 2,384 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,054 to the NHS. This is 141.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Naproxen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
204
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,384 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,054 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +141.5% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,384 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +141.5% 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.