Methotrexate Prescribing at WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
759
Total Quantity
17.6K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
+133.2%
WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 759 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,577 to the NHS. This is 133.2% 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
64
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 759 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,622 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,577 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +133.2% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 759 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +133.2% 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.