Mefenamic acid Prescribing at SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
146
Total Quantity
8,925
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+223.2%
SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 146 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,344 to the NHS. This is 223.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 146 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,925 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,344 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +223.2% |
Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 146 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 45 items |
| Difference | +223.2% 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.