Methotrexate Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HOUSE SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
744
Total Quantity
17.7K
NHS Cost
£7.9K
vs National Avg
+128.6%
NORTHUMBERLAND HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 744 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,882 to the NHS. This is 128.6% 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
74
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 744 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,702 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,882 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +128.6% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 744 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +128.6% 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.