Ibuprofen Prescribing at THE ELMS SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
103
Total Quantity
8,650
NHS Cost
£197
vs National Avg
-15.5%
THE ELMS SURGERY prescribed 103 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £197 to the NHS. This is 15.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Ibuprofen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 103 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,650 |
| Total NHS Cost | £197 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.5% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 103 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | -15.5% 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.