Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ADULT ADHD HALTON

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
789
Total Quantity
26.0K
NHS Cost
£26.1K
vs National Avg
+205.5%

ADULT ADHD HALTON prescribed 789 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £26,144 to the NHS. This is 205.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
74

Prescribing Details

Total Items789
Total Quantity26,035
Total NHS Cost£26,144
Presentations30 different forms
vs National Average+205.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice789 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+205.5% vs national average
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.