Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BEECHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
756
Total Quantity
30.6K
NHS Cost
£19.9K
vs National Avg
+192.7%
BEECHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 756 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,871 to the NHS. This is 192.7% 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
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 756 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,648 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,871 |
| Presentations | 36 different forms |
| vs National Average | +192.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 756 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +192.7% 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.