Mefenamic acid Prescribing at STIRCHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
135
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+198.8%
STIRCHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 135 items of Mefenamic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,106 to the NHS. This is 198.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Mefenamic acid is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 135 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,272 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,106 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +198.8% |
Mefenamic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 135 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 45 items |
| Difference | +198.8% 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.