Methotrexate Prescribing at BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
771
Total Quantity
18.1K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+136.9%
BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 771 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,215 to the NHS. This is 136.9% 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
59
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 771 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,124 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,215 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +136.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 771 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +136.9% 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.