Methotrexate Prescribing at THE LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
454
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
+39.5%
THE LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 454 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,660 to the NHS. This is 39.5% 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
36
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 454 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,183 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,660 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.5% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 454 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +39.5% 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.