Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ADULT ADHD

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
1,501
Total Quantity
52.8K
NHS Cost
£51.2K
vs National Avg
+481.2%

ADULT ADHD prescribed 1,501 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £51,213 to the NHS. This is 481.2% 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
146
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
121

Prescribing Details

Total Items1,501
Total Quantity52,798
Total NHS Cost£51,213
Presentations31 different forms
vs National Average+481.2%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice1,501 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+481.2% 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.