Meloxicam Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
224
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£304
vs National Avg
+238.7%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 224 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £304 to the NHS. This is 238.7% 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
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 224 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,290 |
| Total NHS Cost | £304 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +238.7% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 224 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +238.7% 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.