Methotrexate Prescribing at ORCHARD SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
501
Total Quantity
13.5K
NHS Cost
£899
vs National Avg
+53.9%
ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 501 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £899 to the NHS. This is 53.9% 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
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 501 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,515 |
| Total NHS Cost | £899 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 501 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +53.9% 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.