Piroxicam Prescribing at LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
62
Total Quantity
6,320
NHS Cost
£164
vs National Avg
+7.9%
LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 62 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £164 to the NHS. This is 7.9% 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
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 62 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,320 |
| Total NHS Cost | £164 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.9% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 62 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +7.9% 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.