Methotrexate Prescribing at NEWTON SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
209
Total Quantity
4,264
NHS Cost
£293
vs National Avg
-35.8%

NEWTON SURGERY prescribed 209 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £293 to the NHS. This is 35.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
12

Prescribing Details

Total Items209
Total Quantity4,264
Total NHS Cost£293
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average-35.8%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice209 items
National average per practice326 items
Difference-35.8% vs national average
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.