Piroxicam Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
287
Total Quantity
30.1K
NHS Cost
£782
vs National Avg
+399.5%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 287 items of Piroxicam over the last 12 months at a cost of £782 to the NHS. This is 399.5% 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
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 287 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,052 |
| Total NHS Cost | £782 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +399.5% |
Piroxicam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 287 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 58 items |
| Difference | +399.5% 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.