Piroxicam Prescribing at THE MICROFACULTY
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
130
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£383
vs National Avg
+126.2%
THE MICROFACULTY prescribed 130 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £383 to the NHS. This is 126.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Piroxicam is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 130 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,204 |
| Total NHS Cost | £383 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126.2% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 130 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +126.2% 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.