Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHFIELDS PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
768
Total Quantity
34.7K
NHS Cost
£28.1K
vs National Avg
+197.4%
ASHFIELDS PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 768 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £28,104 to the NHS. This is 197.4% 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
58
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 768 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,744 |
| Total NHS Cost | £28,104 |
| Presentations | 38 different forms |
| vs National Average | +197.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 768 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +197.4% 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.