Mefenamic acid Prescribing at OBSERVATORY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
89
Total Quantity
5,532
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+97%
OBSERVATORY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 89 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,083 to the NHS. This is 97% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 89 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,532 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,083 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +97% |
Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 89 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 45 items |
| Difference | +97% 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.