Methotrexate Prescribing at ST AUSTELL HEALTH GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,721
Total Quantity
39.1K
NHS Cost
£28.6K
vs National Avg
+428.8%
ST AUSTELL HEALTH GROUP prescribed 1,721 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £28,642 to the NHS. This is 428.8% 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
163
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
127
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,721 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,102 |
| Total NHS Cost | £28,642 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +428.8% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,721 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +428.8% 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.