Buprenorphine Prescribing at START
Analgesics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
107
Total Quantity
3,252
NHS Cost
£645
vs National Avg
-70.8%
START prescribed 107 items of Buprenorphine over the last 12 months at a cost of £645 to the NHS. This is 70.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Buprenorphine is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 107 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,252 |
| Total NHS Cost | £645 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -70.8% |
Buprenorphine Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 107 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 366 items |
| Difference | -70.8% 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.