Methotrexate Prescribing at FOREST SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
501
Total Quantity
7,972
NHS Cost
£17.5K
vs National Avg
+53.9%
FOREST SURGERY prescribed 501 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,478 to the NHS. This is 53.9% 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
40
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 501 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,972 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,478 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 501 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +53.9% 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.