Mefenamic acid Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
57
Total Quantity
2,052
NHS Cost
£389
vs National Avg
+26.2%

BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 57 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £389 to the NHS. This is 26.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items57
Total Quantity2,052
Total NHS Cost£389
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average+26.2%

Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice57 items
National average per practice45 items
Difference+26.2% vs national average
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.