Methotrexate Prescribing at MERCHEFORD HOUSE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
513
Total Quantity
11.9K
NHS Cost
£6.4K
vs National Avg
+57.6%
MERCHEFORD HOUSE prescribed 513 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,377 to the NHS. This is 57.6% 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
40
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 513 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,929 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,377 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57.6% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 513 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +57.6% 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.