Methotrexate Prescribing at SHIRLAND MEDICAL

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

Items (12m)
96
Total Quantity
3,317
NHS Cost
£598
vs National Avg
-70.5%

SHIRLAND MEDICAL prescribed 96 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £598 to the NHS. This is 70.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items96
Total Quantity3,317
Total NHS Cost£598
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average-70.5%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice96 items
National average per practice326 items
Difference-70.5% 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.