Methotrexate Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
350
Total Quantity
8,932
NHS Cost
£537
vs National Avg
+7.5%
GP DIRECT prescribed 350 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £537 to the NHS. This is 7.5% 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
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 350 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,932 |
| Total NHS Cost | £537 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.5% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 350 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +7.5% 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.