Methotrexate Prescribing at WESTMORELAND GP CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
452
Total Quantity
8,924
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
+38.9%
WESTMORELAND GP CENTRE prescribed 452 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,380 to the NHS. This is 38.9% 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
47
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 452 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,924 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,380 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.9% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 452 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +38.9% 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.