Mefenamic acid Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE ROAD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
66
Total Quantity
3,114
NHS Cost
£615
vs National Avg
+46.1%

SHAKESPEARE ROAD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 66 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £615 to the NHS. This is 46.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3

Prescribing Details

Total Items66
Total Quantity3,114
Total NHS Cost£615
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+46.1%

Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice66 items
National average per practice45 items
Difference+46.1% vs national average
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.