Piroxicam Prescribing at BOLTON COMMUNITY PRACTICE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
60
Total Quantity
5,420
NHS Cost
£142
vs National Avg
+4.4%
BOLTON COMMUNITY PRACTICE prescribed 60 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £142 to the NHS. This is 4.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 60 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,420 |
| Total NHS Cost | £142 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.4% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 60 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +4.4% 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.