Methyldopa Prescribing at LONGRIGG MEDICAL CENTRE
Hypertension and heart failure | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
239
Total Quantity
13.6K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
+1303.3%
LONGRIGG MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 239 items of Methyldopa over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,134 to the NHS. This is 1303.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Methyldopa is classified under Hypertension and heart failure in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 239 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,570 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,134 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1303.3% |
Methyldopa Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 239 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 17 items |
| Difference | +1303.3% 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.