Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
398
Total Quantity
16.2K
NHS Cost
£12.3K
vs National Avg
+54.1%
BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 398 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,318 to the NHS. This is 54.1% 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
30
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 398 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,195 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,318 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 398 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +54.1% 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.