Methotrexate Prescribing at DOWNLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
438
Total Quantity
11.3K
NHS Cost
£678
vs National Avg
+34.6%
DOWNLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 438 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £678 to the NHS. This is 34.6% 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
44
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 438 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,312 |
| Total NHS Cost | £678 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.6% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 438 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +34.6% 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.