Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing at NHS BWD SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
9,768
Total Quantity
7.3M
NHS Cost
£95.1K
vs National Avg
+935.5%
NHS BWD SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE prescribed 9,768 items of Methadone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £95,101 to the NHS. This is 935.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Methadone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
910
Jul 2026
773
Jul 2026
879
Jul 2026
817
Jul 2026
823
Jul 2026
848
Jul 2026
772
Jul 2026
727
Jul 2026
804
Jul 2026
779
Jul 2026
841
Jul 2026
795
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,768 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,338,065 |
| Total NHS Cost | £95,101 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +935.5% |
Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,768 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 943 items |
| Difference | +935.5% 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.