Meloxicam Prescribing at POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
252
Total Quantity
8,892
NHS Cost
£233
vs National Avg
+281%
POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 252 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £233 to the NHS. This is 281% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 252 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,892 |
| Total NHS Cost | £233 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +281% |
Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 252 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +281% 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.