Methotrexate Prescribing at LOUGHTON HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
259
Total Quantity
5,711
NHS Cost
£412
vs National Avg
-20.4%
LOUGHTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 259 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £412 to the NHS. This is 20.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 259 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,711 |
| Total NHS Cost | £412 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 259 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -20.4% 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.