Meloxicam Prescribing at NEW RIVER HEALTH
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
235
Total Quantity
6,562
NHS Cost
£197
vs National Avg
+255.3%
NEW RIVER HEALTH prescribed 235 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £197 to the NHS. This is 255.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 235 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,562 |
| Total NHS Cost | £197 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +255.3% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 235 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +255.3% 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.