Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing at VIA MERTON
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,134
Total Quantity
1.2M
NHS Cost
£15.7K
vs National Avg
+126.2%
VIA MERTON prescribed 2,134 items of Methadone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,701 to the NHS. This is 126.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methadone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
166
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,134 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,199,635 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,701 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126.2% |
Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,134 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 943 items |
| Difference | +126.2% 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.