Methotrexate Prescribing at BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
227
Total Quantity
5,880
NHS Cost
£639
vs National Avg
-30.3%
BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 227 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £639 to the NHS. This is 30.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 227 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,880 |
| Total NHS Cost | £639 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 227 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -30.3% 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.