Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at AINSDALE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
224
Total Quantity
6,285
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
-13.3%
AINSDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 224 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,255 to the NHS. This is 13.3% below 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
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 224 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,285 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,255 |
| Presentations | 20 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 224 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -13.3% 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.