Mefenamic acid Prescribing at GP AT HAND
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
326
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+621.6%
GP AT HAND prescribed 326 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,603 to the NHS. This is 621.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 326 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,235 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,603 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +621.6% |
Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 326 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 45 items |
| Difference | +621.6% 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.