Ibuprofen Prescribing at TOWNHEAD SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
221
Total Quantity
18.5K
NHS Cost
£710
vs National Avg
+81.3%
TOWNHEAD SURGERY prescribed 221 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £710 to the NHS. This is 81.3% 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
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 221 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,524 |
| Total NHS Cost | £710 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +81.3% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 221 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +81.3% 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.