Meloxicam Prescribing at ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
121
Total Quantity
4,650
NHS Cost
£134
vs National Avg
+82.9%
ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 121 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £134 to the NHS. This is 82.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 121 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,650 |
| Total NHS Cost | £134 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.9% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 121 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +82.9% 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.