Methotrexate Prescribing at EAST LEICESTER MED PRACT(S LONGWORTH)
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
440
Total Quantity
11.2K
NHS Cost
£707
vs National Avg
+35.2%
EAST LEICESTER MED PRACT(S LONGWORTH) prescribed 440 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £707 to the NHS. This is 35.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 440 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,198 |
| Total NHS Cost | £707 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.2% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 440 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +35.2% 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.