Methotrexate Prescribing at THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,420
Total Quantity
32.5K
NHS Cost
£43.1K
vs National Avg
+336.3%
THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP prescribed 1,420 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £43,064 to the NHS. This is 336.3% 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
123
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
122
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,461 |
| Total NHS Cost | £43,064 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +336.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +336.3% 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.