Guanfacine Prescribing at COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
1,516
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+114.1%
COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE prescribed 55 items of Guanfacine over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,013 to the NHS. This is 114.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Guanfacine is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
1
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 55 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,516 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,013 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +114.1% |
Guanfacine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 55 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 26 items |
| Difference | +114.1% 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.