Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BEACON MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

1,056

Total Quantity

45.0K

NHS Cost

£26.5K

vs National Avg

+308.9%

BEACON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,056 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £26,482 to the NHS. This is 308.9% 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

100

Jun 2026

105

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,056
Total Quantity	44,988
Total NHS Cost	£26,482
Presentations	36 different forms
vs National Average	+308.9%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,056 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+308.9% 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.