Methotrexate Prescribing at NEWTON DRIVE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
550
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£13.2K
vs National Avg
+69%
NEWTON DRIVE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 550 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,228 to the NHS. This is 69% 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
53
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 550 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,984 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,228 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 550 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +69% 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.