Methotrexate Prescribing at LAKENHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
649
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£15.6K
vs National Avg
+99.4%
LAKENHAM SURGERY prescribed 649 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,561 to the NHS. This is 99.4% 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
53
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 649 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,244 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,561 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 649 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +99.4% 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.