Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BARLOW MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
458
Total Quantity
18.6K
NHS Cost
£15.5K
vs National Avg
+77.3%
BARLOW MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 458 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,502 to the NHS. This is 77.3% above 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
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 458 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,635 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,502 |
| Presentations | 30 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 458 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +77.3% 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.