Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ANCHOR MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

264

Total Quantity

9,994

NHS Cost

£10.4K

vs National Avg

+2.2%

ANCHOR MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 264 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,380 to the NHS. This is 2.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	264
Total Quantity	9,994
Total NHS Cost	£10,380
Presentations	28 different forms
vs National Average	+2.2%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	264 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+2.2% 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.