Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing at BLACKPOOL SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
12,357
Total Quantity
9.6M
NHS Cost
£123.8K
vs National Avg
+1210%
BLACKPOOL SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE prescribed 12,357 items of Methadone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £123,837 to the NHS. This is 1210% above the national average prescribing rate. Methadone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1,219
Jul 2026
979
Jul 2026
1,035
Jul 2026
975
Jul 2026
904
Jul 2026
1,186
Jul 2026
1,051
Jul 2026
1,010
Jul 2026
1,002
Jul 2026
910
Jul 2026
1,045
Jul 2026
1,041
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 12,357 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,634,867 |
| Total NHS Cost | £123,837 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1210% |
Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 12,357 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 943 items |
| Difference | +1210% 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.