Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BUDSHEAD MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
610
Total Quantity
19.8K
NHS Cost
£16.4K
vs National Avg
+136.2%
BUDSHEAD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 610 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,410 to the NHS. This is 136.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 610 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,842 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,410 |
| Presentations | 27 different forms |
| vs National Average | +136.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 610 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +136.2% 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.