Methotrexate Prescribing at LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
423
Total Quantity
8,954
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
+30%
LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 423 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,537 to the NHS. This is 30% 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
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,954 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,537 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +30% 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.