Methylprednisolone acetate Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
226
Total Quantity
228
NHS Cost
£940
vs National Avg
+95.7%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 226 items of Methylprednisolone acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £940 to the NHS. This is 95.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylprednisolone acetate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
2
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 226 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 228 |
| Total NHS Cost | £940 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +95.7% |
Methylprednisolone acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 226 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +95.7% 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.