Methotrexate Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
839
Total Quantity
17.4K
NHS Cost
£18.5K
vs National Avg
+157.8%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 839 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,458 to the NHS. This is 157.8% 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
71
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 839 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,439 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,458 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +157.8% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 839 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +157.8% 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.