Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at AMHERST MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
675
Total Quantity
27.7K
NHS Cost
£22.0K
vs National Avg
+161.4%
AMHERST MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 675 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,011 to the NHS. This is 161.4% 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
60
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 675 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,681 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,011 |
| Presentations | 47 different forms |
| vs National Average | +161.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 675 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +161.4% 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.