Methotrexate Prescribing at WHITBURN SURGERY
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
172
Total Quantity
2,652
NHS Cost
£815
vs National Avg
-47.2%
WHITBURN SURGERY prescribed 172 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £815 to the NHS. This is 47.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 172 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,652 |
| Total NHS Cost | £815 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.2% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 172 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | -47.2% 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.