Methotrexate Prescribing at THE THORNTON PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
980
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£30.8K
vs National Avg
+201.1%
THE THORNTON PRACTICE prescribed 980 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £30,798 to the NHS. This is 201.1% 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
80
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 980 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,181 |
| Total NHS Cost | £30,798 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +201.1% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 980 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +201.1% 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.