Naproxen Prescribing at THE MAPLES
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,578
Total Quantity
75.1K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+59.8%
THE MAPLES prescribed 1,578 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,108 to the NHS. This is 59.8% 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
154
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
89
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,578 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 75,122 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,108 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.8% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,578 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +59.8% 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.