Methotrexate Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
749
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£15.8K
vs National Avg
+130.1%
THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 749 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,750 to the NHS. This is 130.1% 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
67
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 749 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,657 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,750 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +130.1% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 749 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +130.1% 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.