Meloxicam Prescribing at THE POTTERIES

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
101
Total Quantity
3,524
NHS Cost
£103
vs National Avg
+52.7%

THE POTTERIES prescribed 101 items of Meloxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £103 to the NHS. This is 52.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Meloxicam is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
3

Prescribing Details

Total Items101
Total Quantity3,524
Total NHS Cost£103
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average+52.7%

Meloxicam Prescribing Comparison

This practice101 items
National average per practice66 items
Difference+52.7% vs national average
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.