Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BNSSG COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICIANS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
6,816
Total Quantity
255.9K
NHS Cost
£195.1K
vs National Avg
+2539.2%
BNSSG COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICIANS prescribed 6,816 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £195,126 to the NHS. This is 2539.2% 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
634
Jul 2026
604
Jul 2026
530
Jul 2026
448
Jul 2026
582
Jul 2026
619
Jul 2026
589
Jul 2026
553
Jul 2026
654
Jul 2026
463
Jul 2026
592
Jul 2026
548
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,816 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 255,944 |
| Total NHS Cost | £195,126 |
| Presentations | 49 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2539.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,816 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +2539.2% 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.