Methotrexate Prescribing at FERNBANK SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
790
Total Quantity
16.9K
NHS Cost
£16.0K
vs National Avg
+142.7%
FERNBANK SURGERY prescribed 790 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,019 to the NHS. This is 142.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 790 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,929 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,019 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +142.7% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 790 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +142.7% 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.