Methotrexate Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
423
Total Quantity
7,748
NHS Cost
£7.7K
vs National Avg
+30%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 423 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,682 to the NHS. This is 30% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,748 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,682 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +30% 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.