Methotrexate Prescribing at THE LEWISHAM CARE PARTNERSHIP
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
652
Total Quantity
21.3K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+100.3%
THE LEWISHAM CARE PARTNERSHIP prescribed 652 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,728 to the NHS. This is 100.3% 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
59
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 652 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,332 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,728 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +100.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 652 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +100.3% 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.