Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ADHD SEFTON
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,527
Total Quantity
54.5K
NHS Cost
£46.7K
vs National Avg
+491.3%
ADHD SEFTON prescribed 1,527 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £46,727 to the NHS. This is 491.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,527 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,484 |
| Total NHS Cost | £46,727 |
| Presentations | 37 different forms |
| vs National Average | +491.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,527 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +491.3% 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.