Methotrexate Prescribing at LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

256

Total Quantity

5,256

NHS Cost

£4.5K

vs National Avg

-21.3%

LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY prescribed 256 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,545 to the NHS. This is 21.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	256
Total Quantity	5,256
Total NHS Cost	£4,545
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	-21.3%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	256 items
National average per practice	326 items
Difference	-21.3% 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.