Buprenorphine hydrochloride Prescribing at SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
3,049
Total Quantity
64.5K
NHS Cost
£33.4K
vs National Avg
+385.6%
SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE prescribed 3,049 items of Buprenorphine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £33,428 to the NHS. This is 385.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Buprenorphine hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
350
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
389
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
255
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,049 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,456 |
| Total NHS Cost | £33,428 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +385.6% |
Buprenorphine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,049 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 628 items |
| Difference | +385.6% 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.