Methotrexate Prescribing at WALTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
481
Total Quantity
7,729
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
+47.8%
WALTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 481 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,675 to the NHS. This is 47.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 481 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,729 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,675 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.8% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 481 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +47.8% 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.