Methotrexate Prescribing at FAMILY DOCTORS
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
166
Total Quantity
4,772
NHS Cost
£300
vs National Avg
-49%
FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 166 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £300 to the NHS. This is 49% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 166 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,772 |
| Total NHS Cost | £300 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 166 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -49% 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.