Piroxicam Prescribing at CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
80
Total Quantity
10.0K
NHS Cost
£259
vs National Avg
+39.2%
CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY prescribed 80 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £259 to the NHS. This is 39.2% 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
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 80 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,004 |
| Total NHS Cost | £259 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.2% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 80 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +39.2% 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.