Piroxicam Prescribing at FAMILY DOCTORS
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
102
Total Quantity
14.5K
NHS Cost
£382
vs National Avg
+77.5%
FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 102 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £382 to the NHS. This is 77.5% 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
12
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 102 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,544 |
| Total NHS Cost | £382 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77.5% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 102 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +77.5% 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.