Ibuprofen Prescribing at THE CAXTON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
403
Total Quantity
28.4K
NHS Cost
£769
vs National Avg
+230.7%
THE CAXTON SURGERY prescribed 403 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £769 to the NHS. This is 230.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 403 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,429 |
| Total NHS Cost | £769 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +230.7% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 403 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +230.7% 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.