Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing at VIA CWAC CHESTER
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
4,133
Total Quantity
2.1M
NHS Cost
£19.8K
vs National Avg
+338.2%
VIA CWAC CHESTER prescribed 4,133 items of Methadone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,753 to the NHS. This is 338.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methadone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
560
Jul 2026
371
Jul 2026
331
Jul 2026
376
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
427
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
266
Jul 2026
352
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
330
Jul 2026
286
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,133 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,083,543 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,753 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +338.2% |
Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,133 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 943 items |
| Difference | +338.2% 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.