Methotrexate Prescribing at CIRCLE GP SURGERY

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

Items (12m)

340

Total Quantity

6,661

NHS Cost

£4.5K

vs National Avg

+4.5%

CIRCLE GP SURGERY prescribed 340 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,538 to the NHS. This is 4.5% 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	340
Total Quantity	6,661
Total NHS Cost	£4,538
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+4.5%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	340 items
National average per practice	326 items
Difference	+4.5% 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.