Methotrexate Prescribing at THE WEARDALE PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
486
Total Quantity
10.7K
NHS Cost
£745
vs National Avg
+49.3%
THE WEARDALE PRACTICE prescribed 486 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £745 to the NHS. This is 49.3% 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
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 486 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,661 |
| Total NHS Cost | £745 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.3% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 486 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +49.3% 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.