Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BEACON PRIMARY CARE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
175
Total Quantity
7,297
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
-32.2%
BEACON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 175 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,036 to the NHS. This is 32.2% 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
14
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 175 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,297 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,036 |
| Presentations | 25 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 175 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -32.2% 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.