Methotrexate Prescribing at ELMWOOD FAMILY DOCTORS
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
704
Total Quantity
18.8K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+116.3%
ELMWOOD FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 704 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,373 to the NHS. This is 116.3% 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
66
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 704 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,806 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,373 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +116.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 704 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +116.3% 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.