Methyldopa Prescribing at LATIMER HEALTH CENTRE
Hypertension and heart failure | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
59
Total Quantity
1,162
NHS Cost
£269
vs National Avg
+246.4%
LATIMER HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 59 items of Methyldopa over the last 12 months at a cost of £269 to the NHS. This is 246.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Methyldopa is classified under Hypertension and heart failure in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 59 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,162 |
| Total NHS Cost | £269 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +246.4% |
Methyldopa Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 59 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 17 items |
| Difference | +246.4% 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.