Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing at VIA WEST BERKSHIRE
Drugs used in substance dependence | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,566
Total Quantity
1.7M
NHS Cost
£16.2K
vs National Avg
+172%
VIA WEST BERKSHIRE prescribed 2,566 items of Methadone hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,226 to the NHS. This is 172% above the national average prescribing rate. Methadone hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in substance dependence in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
219
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,566 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,676,010 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,226 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +172% |
Methadone hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,566 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 943 items |
| Difference | +172% 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.