Methotrexate Prescribing at THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
671
Total Quantity
17.7K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+106.2%
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE prescribed 671 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,310 to the NHS. This is 106.2% 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
56
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 671 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,660 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,310 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +106.2% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 671 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +106.2% 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.