Methotrexate Prescribing at OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
548
Total Quantity
13.1K
NHS Cost
£802
vs National Avg
+68.4%
OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 548 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £802 to the NHS. This is 68.4% 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
36
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 548 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,083 |
| Total NHS Cost | £802 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 548 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +68.4% 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.