Mefenamic acid Prescribing at CHALGROVE & WATLINGTON SURGERIES

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

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

5,034

NHS Cost

£1.0K

vs National Avg

+59.4%

CHALGROVE & WATLINGTON SURGERIES prescribed 72 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,003 to the NHS. This is 59.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	72
Total Quantity	5,034
Total NHS Cost	£1,003
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+59.4%

Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	72 items
National average per practice	45 items
Difference	+59.4% 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.