Methotrexate Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,388
Total Quantity
31.5K
NHS Cost
£21.1K
vs National Avg
+326.4%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 1,388 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,129 to the NHS. This is 326.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
123
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,388 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,494 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,129 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +326.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,388 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +326.4% 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.