Piroxicam Prescribing at ASHTON GP SERVICE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
177
Total Quantity
16.2K
NHS Cost
£420
vs National Avg
+208%
ASHTON GP SERVICE prescribed 177 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £420 to the NHS. This is 208% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 177 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £420 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +208% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 177 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +208% 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.