Methyldopa Prescribing at HOUGHTON REGIS MEDICAL CENTRE
Hypertension and heart failure | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
62
Total Quantity
7,896
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+264%
HOUGHTON REGIS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 62 items of Methyldopa over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,729 to the NHS. This is 264% above the national average prescribing rate. Methyldopa is classified under Hypertension and heart failure in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 62 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,896 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,729 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +264% |
Methyldopa Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 62 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 17 items |
| Difference | +264% 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.