Methotrexate Prescribing at TAMAR VALLEY HEALTH
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,207
Total Quantity
17.9K
NHS Cost
£31.8K
vs National Avg
+270.8%
TAMAR VALLEY HEALTH prescribed 1,207 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £31,797 to the NHS. This is 270.8% 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
96
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
99
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,207 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,919 |
| Total NHS Cost | £31,797 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +270.8% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,207 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +270.8% 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.