Methylprednisolone acetate Prescribing at NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
148
Total Quantity
153
NHS Cost
£490
vs National Avg
+28.2%
NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 148 items of Methylprednisolone acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £490 to the NHS. This is 28.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylprednisolone acetate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 148 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 153 |
| Total NHS Cost | £490 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.2% |
Methylprednisolone acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 148 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +28.2% 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.