Buprenorphine hydrochloride Prescribing at CGL SUNDERLAND SMS
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
11,011
Total Quantity
198.3K
NHS Cost
£233.7K
vs National Avg
+1653.8%
CGL SUNDERLAND SMS prescribed 11,011 items of Buprenorphine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £233,669 to the NHS. This is 1653.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Buprenorphine hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
949
Jul 2026
771
Jul 2026
1,067
Jul 2026
910
Jul 2026
1,005
Jul 2026
1,058
Jul 2026
870
Jul 2026
1,065
Jul 2026
781
Jul 2026
837
Jul 2026
850
Jul 2026
848
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 11,011 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 198,305 |
| Total NHS Cost | £233,669 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1653.8% |
Buprenorphine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 11,011 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 628 items |
| Difference | +1653.8% 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.