Methotrexate Prescribing at SIXPENNY HANDLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
333
Total Quantity
5,176
NHS Cost
£5.4K
vs National Avg
+2.3%
SIXPENNY HANDLEY SURGERY prescribed 333 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,405 to the NHS. This is 2.3% 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
26
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 333 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,176 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,405 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 333 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +2.3% 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.