Guanfacine Prescribing at NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

196

Total Quantity

5,978

NHS Cost

£12.3K

vs National Avg

+662.8%

NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 196 items of Guanfacine over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,300 to the NHS. This is 662.8% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	196
Total Quantity	5,978
Total NHS Cost	£12,300
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+662.8%

Guanfacine Prescribing Comparison

This practice	196 items
National average per practice	26 items
Difference	+662.8% 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.