Methotrexate Prescribing at FOREST HEALTH CARE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
947
Total Quantity
17.7K
NHS Cost
£13.3K
vs National Avg
+191%
FOREST HEALTH CARE prescribed 947 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,266 to the NHS. This is 191% 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
81
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
83
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 947 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,722 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,266 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +191% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 947 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +191% 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.