Piroxicam Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
199
Total Quantity
19.4K
NHS Cost
£506
vs National Avg
+246.3%
ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 199 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £506 to the NHS. This is 246.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 199 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £506 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +246.3% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 199 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +246.3% 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.