Methotrexate Prescribing at HELSBY HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
884
Total Quantity
18.8K
NHS Cost
£16.4K
vs National Avg
+171.6%
HELSBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 884 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,365 to the NHS. This is 171.6% 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
82
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 884 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,818 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,365 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +171.6% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 884 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +171.6% 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.