Methotrexate Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
677
Total Quantity
16.8K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+108%
THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 677 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,064 to the NHS. This is 108% 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
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 677 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,772 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,064 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +108% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 677 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +108% 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.