Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CAMHS - COVENTRY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
641
Total Quantity
34.9K
NHS Cost
£18.3K
vs National Avg
+148.2%

CAMHS - COVENTRY prescribed 641 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,259 to the NHS. This is 148.2% 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
79
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
47

Prescribing Details

Total Items641
Total Quantity34,879
Total NHS Cost£18,259
Presentations35 different forms
vs National Average+148.2%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice641 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+148.2% vs national average
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.