Methotrexate Prescribing at MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
5,466
NHS Cost
£372
vs National Avg
-29.3%
MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 230 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £372 to the NHS. This is 29.3% 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
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,466 |
| Total NHS Cost | £372 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -29.3% 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.