Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing at VIA CWAC NORTHWICH
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,669
Total Quantity
1.6M
NHS Cost
£15.8K
vs National Avg
+183%
VIA CWAC NORTHWICH prescribed 2,669 items of Methadone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,800 to the NHS. This is 183% above the national average prescribing rate. Methadone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
334
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
273
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,669 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,643,227 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,800 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +183% |
Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,669 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 943 items |
| Difference | +183% 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.