Ibuprofen Prescribing at THE WATERLOO PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
496
Total Quantity
34.8K
NHS Cost
£897
vs National Avg
+307%
THE WATERLOO PRACTICE prescribed 496 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £897 to the NHS. This is 307% 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
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 496 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,830 |
| Total NHS Cost | £897 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +307% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 496 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +307% 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.