Methotrexate Prescribing at HILLCREST SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
582
Total Quantity
10.6K
NHS Cost
£10.2K
vs National Avg
+78.8%
HILLCREST SURGERY prescribed 582 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,199 to the NHS. This is 78.8% 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
39
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 582 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,572 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,199 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.8% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 582 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +78.8% 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.