Piroxicam Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
91
Total Quantity
8,424
NHS Cost
£219
vs National Avg
+58.4%
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 91 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £219 to the NHS. This is 58.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 91 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,424 |
| Total NHS Cost | £219 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.4% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 91 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +58.4% 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.