Piroxicam Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
233
Total Quantity
25.6K
NHS Cost
£663
vs National Avg
+305.5%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 233 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £663 to the NHS. This is 305.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 233 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,592 |
| Total NHS Cost | £663 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +305.5% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 233 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +305.5% 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.