Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BIDFORD HEALTH CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
477
Total Quantity
18.6K
NHS Cost
£16.8K
vs National Avg
+84.7%
BIDFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 477 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,774 to the NHS. This is 84.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 477 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,617 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,774 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +84.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 477 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +84.7% 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.