Ibuprofen Prescribing at SWADLINCOTE PRIMARY CARE NETWORK

Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

140

Total Quantity

14.1K

NHS Cost

£480

vs National Avg

-72.5%

SWADLINCOTE PRIMARY CARE NETWORK prescribed 140 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £480 to the NHS. This is 72.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	140
Total Quantity	14,050
Total NHS Cost	£480
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-72.5%

Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison

This practice	140 items
National average per practice	509 items
Difference	-72.5% 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.