Meloxicam Prescribing at THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)

130

Total Quantity

4,112

NHS Cost

£117

vs National Avg

+96.5%

THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE prescribed 130 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £117 to the NHS. This is 96.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	130
Total Quantity	4,112
Total NHS Cost	£117
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+96.5%

Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	130 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+96.5% 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.