Piroxicam Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
331
Total Quantity
32.5K
NHS Cost
£844
vs National Avg
+476%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 331 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £844 to the NHS. This is 476% 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
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 331 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,528 |
| Total NHS Cost | £844 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +476% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 331 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +476% 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.