Methotrexate Prescribing at NESTON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
640
Total Quantity
11.8K
NHS Cost
£16.6K
vs National Avg
+96.6%
NESTON SURGERY prescribed 640 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,592 to the NHS. This is 96.6% 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
47
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 640 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,784 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,592 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +96.6% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 640 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +96.6% 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.