Methotrexate Prescribing at ORCHARD PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
374
Total Quantity
7,158
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
+14.9%
ORCHARD PRACTICE prescribed 374 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,968 to the NHS. This is 14.9% 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
30
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 374 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,158 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,968 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 374 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +14.9% 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.