Naproxen Prescribing at SUFFOLK GP+
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,455
Total Quantity
51.2K
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
+47.4%
SUFFOLK GP+ prescribed 1,455 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,661 to the NHS. This is 47.4% 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
168
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
92
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,455 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,156 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,661 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.4% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,455 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +47.4% 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.