Methotrexate Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR.
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
642
Total Quantity
16.5K
NHS Cost
£995
vs National Avg
+97.2%
NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR. prescribed 642 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £995 to the NHS. This is 97.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 642 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £995 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +97.2% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 642 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +97.2% 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.