Methotrexate Prescribing at SHEEPCOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
412
Total Quantity
8,828
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+26.6%
SHEEPCOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 412 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,802 to the NHS. This is 26.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 412 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,828 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,802 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.6% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 412 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +26.6% 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.