Ibuprofen Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
215
Total Quantity
24.6K
NHS Cost
£672
vs National Avg
+76.4%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 215 items of Ibuprofen over the last 12 months at a cost of £672 to the NHS. This is 76.4% 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
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 215 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,575 |
| Total NHS Cost | £672 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.4% |
Ibuprofen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 215 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 122 items |
| Difference | +76.4% 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.