Methotrexate Prescribing at WEST MERSEA SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
535
Total Quantity
9,553
NHS Cost
£4.0K
vs National Avg
+64.4%
WEST MERSEA SURGERY prescribed 535 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,013 to the NHS. This is 64.4% 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
42
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 535 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,553 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,013 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.4% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 535 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +64.4% 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.