Methotrexate Prescribing at BURLINGTON PRIMARY CARE

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

Items (12m)
454
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£801
vs National Avg
+39.5%

BURLINGTON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 454 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £801 to the NHS. This is 39.5% 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
43
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37

Prescribing Details

Total Items454
Total Quantity12,114
Total NHS Cost£801
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average+39.5%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice454 items
National average per practice326 items
Difference+39.5% 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.