Piroxicam Prescribing at RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE

Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

7,508

NHS Cost

£262

vs National Avg

+37.5%

RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 79 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £262 to the NHS. This is 37.5% 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

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	79
Total Quantity	7,508
Total NHS Cost	£262
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+37.5%

Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	79 items
National average per practice	58 items
Difference	+37.5% 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.