Methotrexate Prescribing at SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
838
Total Quantity
18.8K
NHS Cost
£14.7K
vs National Avg
+157.5%
SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 838 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,664 to the NHS. This is 157.5% 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
69
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 838 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,772 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,664 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +157.5% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 838 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +157.5% 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.