Methotrexate Prescribing at CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)

448

Total Quantity

9,003

NHS Cost

£6.3K

vs National Avg

+37.6%

CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 448 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,337 to the NHS. This is 37.6% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	448
Total Quantity	9,003
Total NHS Cost	£6,337
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+37.6%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	448 items
National average per practice	326 items
Difference	+37.6% 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.