Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHDOWN FOREST HEALTH CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
189
Total Quantity
8,168
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-26.8%
ASHDOWN FOREST HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 189 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,504 to the NHS. This is 26.8% below 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
26
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 189 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,168 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,504 |
| Presentations | 25 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 189 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -26.8% 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.