Methotrexate Prescribing at ROYAL PRIMARY CARE CHESTERFIELD
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
931
Total Quantity
16.2K
NHS Cost
£24.8K
vs National Avg
+186%
ROYAL PRIMARY CARE CHESTERFIELD prescribed 931 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £24,761 to the NHS. This is 186% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
82
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 931 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,238 |
| Total NHS Cost | £24,761 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +186% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 931 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +186% 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.