Guanfacine Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,716

NHS Cost

£5.8K

vs National Avg

+168.5%

LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 69 items of Guanfacine over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,784 to the NHS. This is 168.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Guanfacine is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	69
Total Quantity	2,716
Total NHS Cost	£5,784
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+168.5%

Guanfacine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	69 items
National average per practice	26 items
Difference	+168.5% 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.