Methotrexate Prescribing at THE FAMILY SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
231
Total Quantity
4,640
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-29%
THE FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 231 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,520 to the NHS. This is 29% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 231 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,640 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,520 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 231 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -29% 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.