Methotrexate Prescribing at UPTON SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
872
Total Quantity
16.9K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
+167.9%
UPTON SURGERY prescribed 872 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,919 to the NHS. This is 167.9% 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
74
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 872 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,867 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,919 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +167.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 872 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +167.9% 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.