Methotrexate Prescribing at SHIRES HEALTHCARE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
629
Total Quantity
15.4K
NHS Cost
£9.7K
vs National Avg
+93.3%
SHIRES HEALTHCARE prescribed 629 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,712 to the NHS. This is 93.3% 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
62
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 629 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,353 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,712 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +93.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 629 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +93.3% 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.