Methotrexate Prescribing at BEACON PRIMARY CARE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
623
Total Quantity
13.0K
NHS Cost
£11.1K
vs National Avg
+91.4%
BEACON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 623 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,123 to the NHS. This is 91.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 623 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,023 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,123 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +91.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 623 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +91.4% 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.