Methotrexate Prescribing at LAUREL BANK SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
753
Total Quantity
13.0K
NHS Cost
£18.5K
vs National Avg
+131.4%
LAUREL BANK SURGERY prescribed 753 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,486 to the NHS. This is 131.4% 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
63
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 753 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,951 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,486 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +131.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 753 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +131.4% 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.