Methotrexate Prescribing at PENSHURST GARDENS SURGERY

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
140
Total Quantity
3,932
NHS Cost
£260
vs National Avg
-57%

PENSHURST GARDENS SURGERY prescribed 140 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £260 to the NHS. This is 57% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16

Prescribing Details

Total Items140
Total Quantity3,932
Total NHS Cost£260
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average-57%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice140 items
National average per practice326 items
Difference-57% vs national average
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.