Ibuprofen Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
132
Total Quantity
10.9K
NHS Cost
£492
vs National Avg
+8.3%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 132 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £492 to the NHS. This is 8.3% 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
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 132 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £492 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.3% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 132 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +8.3% 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.