Methotrexate Prescribing at THE SALTSCAR SURGERY

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

Items (12m)
306
Total Quantity
7,500
NHS Cost
£452
vs National Avg
-6%

THE SALTSCAR SURGERY prescribed 306 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £452 to the NHS. This is 6% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25

Prescribing Details

Total Items306
Total Quantity7,500
Total NHS Cost£452
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average-6%

Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison

This practice306 items
National average per practice326 items
Difference-6% 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.