Methotrexate Prescribing at NEWPORT HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
896
Total Quantity
21.7K
NHS Cost
£13.5K
vs National Avg
+175.3%
NEWPORT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 896 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,532 to the NHS. This is 175.3% 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
75
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
82
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 896 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,739 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,532 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +175.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 896 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +175.3% 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.