Methyldopa Prescribing at BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP
Hypertension and heart failure | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
155
Total Quantity
5,283
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+810.1%
BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 155 items of Methyldopa over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,972 to the NHS. This is 810.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Methyldopa is classified under Hypertension and heart failure in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 155 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,283 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,972 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +810.1% |
Methyldopa Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 155 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 17 items |
| Difference | +810.1% 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.