Methotrexate Prescribing at BEACON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
422
Total Quantity
12.5K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+29.7%
BEACON SURGERY prescribed 422 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,277 to the NHS. This is 29.7% 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
29
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 422 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,484 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,277 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.7% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 422 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +29.7% vs national average |
Explore More
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.