Methotrexate Prescribing at SOUTH WIGAN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
92
Total Quantity
2,185
NHS Cost
£131
vs National Avg
-71.7%
SOUTH WIGAN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 92 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £131 to the NHS. This is 71.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 92 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,185 |
| Total NHS Cost | £131 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.7% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 92 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -71.7% 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.