Meloxicam Prescribing at HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
355
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£385
vs National Avg
+436.7%
HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 355 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £385 to the NHS. This is 436.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 355 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,059 |
| Total NHS Cost | £385 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +436.7% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 355 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +436.7% 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.