Methotrexate Prescribing at RHEUMATOLOGY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
52
Total Quantity
2,554
NHS Cost
£682
vs National Avg
-84%
RHEUMATOLOGY prescribed 52 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £682 to the NHS. This is 84% 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
2
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 52 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,554 |
| Total NHS Cost | £682 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -84% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 52 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -84% 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.