Methotrexate Prescribing at LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
976
Total Quantity
15.6K
NHS Cost
£27.9K
vs National Avg
+199.9%
LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 976 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £27,929 to the NHS. This is 199.9% 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
75
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 976 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,617 |
| Total NHS Cost | £27,929 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +199.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 976 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +199.9% 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.