Methotrexate Prescribing at THE HERON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
693
Total Quantity
16.2K
NHS Cost
£8.9K
vs National Avg
+112.9%
THE HERON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 693 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,917 to the NHS. This is 112.9% 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
72
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 693 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,180 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,917 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 693 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +112.9% 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.