Methotrexate Prescribing at NEWCASTLE RHEUMATOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
876
Total Quantity
71.4K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
+169.1%
NEWCASTLE RHEUMATOLOGY DEPARTMENT prescribed 876 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,865 to the NHS. This is 169.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
230
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 876 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,405 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,865 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +169.1% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 876 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +169.1% 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.