Naproxen Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,464
Total Quantity
77.4K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+48.3%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 1,464 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,187 to the NHS. This is 48.3% 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
123
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
115
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,350 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,187 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.3% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +48.3% 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.