Meloxicam Prescribing at KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
163
Total Quantity
7,134
NHS Cost
£191
vs National Avg
+146.4%
KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 163 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £191 to the NHS. This is 146.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 163 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,134 |
| Total NHS Cost | £191 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +146.4% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 163 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +146.4% 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.