Meloxicam Prescribing at DESFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
184
Total Quantity
4,755
NHS Cost
£230
vs National Avg
+178.2%
DESFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 184 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £230 to the NHS. This is 178.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 184 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,755 |
| Total NHS Cost | £230 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +178.2% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 184 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +178.2% 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.